Benzophenone-1; 2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone(in 3,121 products)
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Functions:
1. Fragrance / Fragrance Component - Provides or enhances a particular smell or odor.
Benzophenone-1 is a white or light yellow powder. It is used as a UV absorber to protect cosmetics and personal care products from deterioration by absorbing, reflecting, or scattering UV rays. In cosmetics and personal care products, Benzophenone-1 is used mostly in the formulation of nail polishes and enamels, but can also be used in bath products, makeup products, hair products, sunscreens and skin care products.
WHO International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) 2018 - Group 2B
Scientific References:
1. PubChem: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/8572
Regulatory References:
1. WHO International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) - Group 2B [2018]
- Benzophenone
2. International Fragrance Association Transparency List [2015]
Safety and Hazards (UN GHS):
1. Causes skin irritation (H315)
2. Causes serious eye irritation (H319)
3. May cause respiratory irritation (H335)
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