Octyl 4-methoxycinnamate (OMC) is an organic compound that is an ingredient in some sunscreens and lip balms. It is an ester formed from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. It is a liquid that is insoluble in water.
| Item | Specifications |
| Appearance | Colorless or light yellow liquid |
| Odor | Very weak |
| Assay | 95.0%-105.0% |
| Purity(GC) | 98.0% Min |
| Acidity | Must conforms |
| Specific gravity | 1.005-1.013 |
| Refractive index | 1.542-1.548 |
| Color(hazen) | 70 Max |
| A 1%/1cm(310nm in ethanol) | 850Min |
| Peroxide value | 1.0mg/kg Max |
| Saponification value | 189Min |
| Single impurity | 0.5g/100g Max |
| Total impurities | 2.0g/100g Max |
1. UV absorber
Unilong Octyl Methoxycinnamate is primarily used in sunscreens and other cosmetics to absorb UV-B rays from the sun, protecting the skin from damage.
2. Anti-sunburn
It is used to prepare sunscreen cream (cream, milk, liquid) and other skin care cosmetics, which can effectively absorb ultraviolet rays in the sunlight, prevent the body from getting sunburn, sunburn and sunburn, and is also a therapeutic agent for photosensitive dermatitis.
3. Industry field
It can be used as an antiaging agent and UV absorber for plastics and inks in industry.
25kg/drum or 200L/drum or according to customer's requirement.
This product should be stored in a dry place and sealed warehouse under normal temperature to avoid direct sunlight.