Benzophenone-4
Benzophenone-4 is an organic compound that belongs to the class of benzophenones. It’s also known as sulisobenzone.
Chemical formula C14H12O6S
Molar mass 308.31 g/mol
Melting point 145 °C (293 °F; 418 K)
Boiling point 305°C
HS Code 291450
IUPAC 5-Benzoyl-4-hydroxy-2-methoxybenzene-1-sulfonic acidTechnical Analysis
Specification Typical Values
pH 1.2-2.2
Molecular weight 308.31 g/mol
Density 1.46 g/cm³
CAS NO. 4065-45-6
Velocity 274-581-6Benzophenone-4 (B4) is a protective ingredient that works to keep the UVB rays away from the skin and hair. It is basically a sunscreen but since it is weak, it is made to work with other sunscreen filters for added protection.
Benzophenone-4 (B4)
What is Benzophenone-4 (B4) used for?
Benzophenone-4 (B4) is a raw material used in cosmetics, particularly in sunscreens and sun protection products. It’s also known as sulisobenzone. Benzophenone-4 is a UV filter that protects skin and hair from damage by short-wave UVA and UVB ultraviolet light. It’s a weak sunscreen that works with other sunscreen filters for added protection.
- Skin care: The Cosmetic Ingredient Review does not consider benzophenones used in cosmetics and personal care products to be an irritant. Ecotoxicity: Benzophenone is toxic to aquatic organisms.
- Hare care:To prevent UV damage to the hair, benzophenone-4 is a typical ingredient in hair care products. While benzophenone-4 is often safe for use in hair care products, best practices should be followed to guarantee its efficient and secure use.
Benzophenone is on the Proposition 65 list because it can cause cancer. It’s also a mutagen and endocrine disruptor.
Benzophenone-4 is a protective ingredient that works to keep the UVB rays away from the skin and hair. It is basically a sunscreen but since it is weak, it is made to work with other sunscreen filters for added protection.
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Safety Profile of Benzophenone-4
Benzophenone-4 Benzophenone-4 is safe to be used in cosmetics and personal care products. However, it can be mildly allergic in certain skin types. Therefore, a patch test is recommended before full application. If used above the prescribed percentage, Benzophenone-4 can also be toxic and bioaccumulative, linking it to cancer.
Benzophenone-4 Classified as
- Sulisobenzone
- Photostabilizer
Calcium Silicate E552 Application
- Bath products
- Makeup products
- Hair products
- Sunscreens
- Skin care products
- Moisturizers
- Nail polishes
- Textiles
- Paints






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