Benzophenone-3

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Short Description:

A UVA and UVB broad spectrum filter. LGB® BP-3 is an effective broad spectrum absorber with max, protection in the short-wave UVB and UVA spectra (UVB at approx, 286 nm, UVA at approx, 325 nm).

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Product Paramete

Trade name

LGB® BP-3

CAS No.

131-57-7

INCI Name

Benzophenone-3

Application

Sunscreen spray, sunscreen cream, sunscreen stick

Package

25kgs net per fiber drum with plastic liner

Appearance

Pale greenish yellow powder

Assay

97.0 – 103.0%

Solubility

Oil soluble

Function

UV A+B filter

Shelf life

3 years

Storage

Keep container tightly closed and in a cool place. Keep away from heat.

Dosage

China:10% max
Japan:5% max
Korea:5% max
Asean:6% max
Australia:10% max
EU:10% max
USA:6% max
Brazil:6% max
Canada:6% max

Application

(1) LGB® BP-3 is an effective broad spectrum absorber with max, protection in the short-wave UVB and UVA spectra (UVB at approx, 286 nm, UVA at approx, 325 nm).

(2) LGB® BP-3 is an oil soluble, Pale greenish yellow powder and practically odorless. Adequate solubility in the formulation must be ensured in order to avoid recrystallization of the LGB® BP-3. The UV filters LGB® OMC, OCR, OS, HMS, Menthyl Anthranilate, Isoamyl p-Methoxycinnamate and certain emollients are excellent solvents.

(3) Excellent co-absorber in combination with specific UVB absorbers (LGB® OMC, OS, HMS, MBC, Menthyl Anthranilate or Hydro).

(4) In the USA often used in combination with LGB® OMC, HMS and OS to achieve high SPF’s.

(5) LGB® BP-3 can be used up to 0.5% as a light stabilizer for cosmetic formulations.

(6) Approved world-wide. Concentration maximum varies according to local legislation.

(7) Please note that formulations containing more than 0.5% LGB® BP-3 in the EU have to have the inscription “contains Oxybenzone” on the label.