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Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid

Water-soluble UVA filter; photostable, for the aqueous phase of broad-spectrum systems.

Under developmentUV filters

Identity

INCI name
Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid
Also known as
TDSA · Ecamsule
IUPAC name
3,3′-(1,4-Phenylenedimethylidene)bis(7,7-dimethyl-2-oxobicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-1-methanesulfonic acid)
CAS number
92761-26-7
Molecular formula
C28H34O8S2
Molecular weight
562.69 g/mol
Appearance
White to off-white powder

Typical specification

ParameterTypical value
Purity (HPLC)Target ≥ 98.0 %
SpecificationUnder development; available on request

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

Applications

  • Broad-spectrum sun care (aqueous phase)
  • Anti-ageing day care

Regulatory note

Listed UV filter in the EU (Annex VI) and Korea (MFDS restricted-use list). In the USA only within specific approved products.