Sunsafe-BP4 / Benzophenone-4

Short Description:

A UVA and UVB broad spectrum filter. Sunsafe-BP4 is used as a UV-filter in sunscreen formulations. To get highest sun protection factor, a combination of Sunsafe-BP4 with other oil soluble UV- filters like Sunsafe-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.


Product Detail

Product Tags

Trade name Sunsafe-BP4
CAS No. 4065-45-6
INCI Name Benzophenone-4
Chemical Structure  
Application Sunscreen lotion, sunscreen spray,sunscreen cream,sunscreen stick
Package 25kgs net per fiber drum with plastic liner
Appearance White or light yellow crystalline powder
Purity 99.0% min
Solubility Water soluble
Function UV A+B filter
Shelf life 2 years
Storage Keep container tightly closed and in a cool place. Keep away from heat.
Dosage Japan:10% max
Australia:10% max
EU:5% max
USA:10% max

Application

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 Sunsafe-BP4 with other oil soluble UV- filters like Sunsafe BP3 is recommended.

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


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