2-Ethylhexyl 2-hydroxybenzoate

2-Ethylhexyl 2-hydroxybenzoate Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.

Also known as Ethylhexyl Salicylate. Octyl salicylate is an oil soluble chemical sunscreen agent that absorbs UVB radiation. It does not protect against UVA. Octyl salicylate is used to augment the UVB protection in a sunscreen. Salicylates are weak UVB absorbers and they are generally used in combination with other UV filters. Octyl salicylate appears to have a good safety profile. It covers wavelength in the range 295-315 nm, peak at 307-310 nm.

It is an ester of salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. The salicylate portion of the molecule absorbs ultraviolet light to protect skin from the harmful effects of exposure to sunlight, while the ethylhexanol portion functions as an emollient.

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Trade Name 2-Ethylhexyl 2-hydroxybenzoate
Generic Octisalate
Octisalate Other Names 2-Ethylhexyl 2-hydroxybenzoate, 2-Ethylhexyl salicylate, Octisalate, Octyl salicylate
Type
Formula C15H22O3
Weight Average: 250.3334
Monoisotopic: 250.15689457
Protein binding

Intended for local use only, no systemic absorption.

Groups Approved, Investigational
Therapeutic Class
Manufacturer
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Last Updated: September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am
2-Ethylhexyl 2-hydroxybenzoate
2-Ethylhexyl 2-hydroxybenzoate

Uses

Ingredient in sunscreens for protection against damage effects of sun light, provides protection from sunburns, aging and skin cancer.

2-Ethylhexyl 2-hydroxybenzoate is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Sunburn

How 2-Ethylhexyl 2-hydroxybenzoate works

Chemical sunscreen, it acts through absorption of UVB light and not UVA.

Toxicity

LD50, (oral, rat): > 5000 mg/Kg. LD50 (dermal, rabbit): > 5000 mg/Kg.

Food Interaction

No interactions found.

Volume of Distribution

Intended for local use only, no systemic absorption.

Elimination Route

Intended for local use only, no systemic absorption.

Half Life

Intended for local use only, no systemic absorption.

Clearance

Intended for local use only, no systemic absorption.

Elimination Route

Intended for local use only, no systemic absorption.

Innovators Monograph

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