Benzophenone-10

Benzophenone-10

AKA “Mexenone, 1641-17-4, 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxy-4'-methylbenzophenone, Uvistat, Mesenone, Mexenona, MEXENEONE, Mexenonum, Uvistat L, ET1UGF4A0B”

UV Filter

Ingredient Facts

Benzophenone-10

AKA: Mexenone, 1641-17-4, 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxy-4'-methylbenzophenone, Uvistat, Mesenone, Mexenona, MEXENEONE, Mexenonum, Uvistat L, ET1UGF4A0B

UV Filter · Uv Absorber · EWG: 1

Synthetic

Sunscreen Filter

Safety Concern

Not Clean

2-Hydroxy-4-methoxy-4'-methylbenzophenone

Formula

C15H14O3

Mol. Weight

242.27

CAS #

1641-17-4

Form

Powder

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Functions

Uv Absorber

Blocks or absorbs UV rays to protect your skin from sun damage, dark spots, and premature aging.

Shields from UV damage

Traditional Use

A synthetic UV filter developed in the late 20th century for use in sunscreens and cosmetic products requiring photoprotection. Designed as part of the modern arsenal of synthetic UV absorbers to replace or supplement natural mineral-based sun protection.