Avobenzone
Cosmetic Ingredients & Actives

Avobenzone

CAS Number: 70356-09-1

Formula C20H22O3
Mol. Weight 310.39 g/mol
Purity ≥97.0%
Appearance Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder

Avobenzone (Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane) is the most widely used chemical UV-A filter globally, providing protection across the critical UV-A range of 320–400 nm. It is incorporated into sunscreens, day creams, and photoprotective cosmetics to prevent UV-A-induced skin aging and DNA damage. Avobenzone is commonly combined with photostabilizers to counteract its inherent photodegradation and maintain prolonged UV-A protection. AB Enterprises supplies pharmaceutical and cosmetic grade Avobenzone compliant with FDA, EU, and global regulatory requirements.

Specifications

CAS Number 70356-09-1
Molecular Formula C20H22O3
Molecular Weight 310.39 g/mol
Appearance Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Assay / Purity ≥97.0%
Melting Point 81–84°C
Loss on Drying ≤0.5%
Heavy Metals ≤10 ppm
Storage Store in cool, dry, dark conditions in sealed containers
Packaging As per requirement

Packaging & Bulk Pricing

Volume-based pricing — larger quantities mean better rates


1 – 5 kg
Sample / Lab HDPE jar, sealed Ships in 1–2 days
25 – 100 kg
Bulk Bulk industrial pack / carboy Ships in 3–7 days
100+ kg
Contract / OEM Custom packaging Lead time on request

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