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BP4 / Benzophenone-4
| Cat: | DB-UF-009 |
| CAS No.: | 4065-45-6 |
| Description: | A UVA and UVB broad spectrum filter. BP4 is used as a UV-filter in sunscreen formulations. To get highest sun protection factor, a combination of BP4 with other oil soluble UV- filters like BP3 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. |
| INCI Name: | Benzophenone-4 |
| Application: | Sunscreen lotion, Sunscreen spray, Sunscreen cream, Sunscreen stick |
| Content: | 99.00% |
| Package: | 25 kg net per fiber drum with plastic liner |
| Appearance: | White or light yellow crystalline powder |
| Solubility: | Water soluble |
| Function: | UVA+B filter |
| Shelf Life: | 2 years |
| Storage: | Keep container tightly closed and in a cool place. Keep away from heat. |
| Dosage: | 5%-10% |
| Feature: | 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 BP4 with other oil soluble UV- filters. 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 |