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Ethylhexyl Triazone

Oil-soluble UVB filter with very high specific extinction; photostable, low use level for high SPF.

Regular supplyUV filters

Identity

INCI name
Ethylhexyl Triazone
Also known as
EHT
IUPAC name
2-Ethylhexyl 4-[[4,6-bis[4-(2-ethylhexoxycarbonyl)anilino]-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl]amino]benzoate
CAS number
88122-99-0
Molecular formula
C48H66N6O6
Molecular weight
823.07 g/mol
Appearance
White to light-yellow powder

Typical specification

ParameterTypical value
Purity (HPLC)≥ 99.5 %
Assay98.0 to 103.0 %
Melting point123 to 132 °C
E (1 %, 1 cm) at 314 nm≥ 1500
Water (KF)≤ 0.50 %

Indicative values. The lot certificate of analysis governs. Full TDS and SDS available on request; analytical methods shared under CDA.

Applications

  • Sun care (high SPF)
  • Daily-wear UV protection
  • Colour cosmetics with SPF

Regulatory note

Listed UV filter in the EU (Annex VI) and Korea (MFDS restricted-use list) with market-specific maximum levels. Not an approved sunscreen active in the USA.