Sulisobenzone
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Sulisobenzone (benzophenone-4) is an ingredient in some sunscreens which protects the skin from damage by UVB and UVA ultraviolet light.[2][3]
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Preferred IUPAC name
5-Benzoyl-4-hydroxy-2-methoxybenzene-1-sulfonic acid | |
Other names
Benzophenone-4 | |
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.021.612 |
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C14H12O6S | |
Molar mass | 308.31 g/mol |
Appearance | Light-tan powder |
Melting point | 145 °C (293 °F; 418 K) |
1 g per 4 mL | |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Its sodium salt, sulisobenzone sodium, is also referred to as benzophenone-5.