Benzophenone-4

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A UVA and UVB broad spectrum filter. LGB® BP-4 is used as a UV-filter in sunscreen formulations. To get highest sun protection factor, a combination of LGB® BP-4 with other oil soluble UV- filters like LGB® BP-3 is recommended. with sulfonic acid group neutralized eg with Triethanolamine, sodium hydroxide etc. The sulfonic acid group must be neutralized with one of the usual neutralizing agents like triethanolamine and sodium hydroxide. The sulfonic acid group must be neutralized with one of the usual neutralizing agents like triethanolamine and sodium hydroxide.

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Product Paramete

Trade name

LGB® BP-4

CAS No.

4065-45-6

INCI Name

Benzophenone-4

Application

Sunscreen lotion, sunscreen spray,sunscreen cream,sunscreen stick

Package

25kgs net per fiber drum with plastic liner

Appearance

White or light yellow crystalline powder

Purity

99.0% min

Solubility

Water soluble

Function

UV A+B filter

Shelf life

2 years

Storage

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

Dosage

Japan:10% max
Australia:10% max
EU:5% max
USA:10% max

Application

The ultraviolet absorber BP-4 belongs to the benzophenone compound. It can effectively absorb 285~325Im of ultraviolet light. It is a broad-spectrum ultraviolet absorber with high absorption rate, non-toxic, non-photosensitizing, non-teratogenic, and good light and thermal stability. It is widely used in sunscreen Cream,  lotion, oil and other cosmetics. To get highest sun protection factor, a combination of LGB® BP-4 with other oil soluble UV- filters like LGB® BP-3 is recommended.

Sunsafe

(1) Water soluble organic UV-filter

(2) Sun protection lotion (O/W)

(3) Being a water soluble sunscreen, it gives excellent skin protection against sunburn in aqueous based formulations.

 Hair protection

(1) Prevents brittleness and protects bleached hair from the effect of UV radiation.

(2) Hair gels, shampoos and hair setting lotions

(3) Mousses and hair sprays

 Product protection

(1) Prevents color fading of formulations in transparent packaging

(2) Stabilizes the viscosity of gels based on polyacrylic acid when exposed to UV-radiation

(3) Improves the stability of fragrance oils

 Textiles

(1) Improves color fastness of dyed fabrics

(2) Prevents yellowing of wool

(3) Prevents discoloration of synthetic fibers