MAXGARD® 500: UV Absorber Benzophenone-3

MAXGARD® 500: UV Absorber Benzophenone-3

Chemical Name:
Benzophenone-3
CAS Numbers:
131-57-7
Empirical Formula: C14H12O3
Physical Appearance: Free-flowing Light Yellow Powder
Mass Density: 1.33g/cm3 at 25°C
Melting Range: 63-65°C
Solubility in Water: Nil

MAXGARD 500 (benzophenone-3) is an active ultraviolet light (UV) absorber used in sunscreen and personal care and beauty products.

Application Details

MAXGARD 500 (benzophenone-3) is an active ultraviolet light (UV) absorber which is used to prevent discoloration caused by sunlight or fluorescent lighting. It is also used to stabilize plastics and coating products from ultraviolet light (UV) degradation.

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