Maxcel^® OS, Octisalate

Maxcel^® OS (Octisalate), known as Ethylhexyl Salicylate is an ester formed by the condensation of a salicylic acid with 2-ethylhexanol. It is a colorless oily liquid with a slight floral odor.

Brand Name: Maxcel^® OS

INCI Name: Ethylhexyl Salicylate             

Molecular Formula: C₁₅H₂₂O₃

Molecule weight: 250.33             

CAS No.: 118-60-5

Specifications:

Appearance: Clear, colorless to slightly yellowish liquid

Assay: 95.0%~105.0%

Identification: A: Infrared absorption 197F

                        B: Ultraviolet absorption 197U

                        Absorptivity at 305nm do not differ by more than 3.0%

Specific gravity: 1.011~1.016g/ml

Refractive index @20℃: 1.500~1.503

Acidity: ≤0.2ml of 0.1N NaOH per ml Octisalate

Chromatographic purity: Individual impurity ≤0.5%, total impurities ≤2.0%

Residual solvents: 2-Ethylhexanol ≤200ppm

Packing: in HDPE drum containing 200kgs net each.

Storage: keep away from light and moisture, to be stored in cool and dry place at room temperature.

Shelf life: 24 months

Maxcel^® OS (Octisalate) is used as an ingredient in sunscreens and cosmetics to absorb UVB rays from the sun. The salicylate portion of the molecule absorbs ultraviolet light, protecting skin from the harmful effects of exposure to sunlight. The ethylhexanol portion is a fatty alcohol, adding emollient and oil-like (water resistant) properties.

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