2 Ethylhexyl Salicylate

 

2 Ethylhexyl salicylate, also known as 2 Ethyl Hexyl Salicylate or octyl salicylate, is an organic compound widely used in cosmetics, sunscreens, and medical applications.

 

Its sources include natural tree bark extracts and synthetic compounds. It is a fat-soluble organic ester compound, a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature, and slightly soluble in water.

 

 

Item of Analysis	Specification	Results
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid	Colorless liquid
Odour	Slight characteristic	Slight characteristic
dentity(Retention time)USP<621>	Matches reference retention time	Matches reference retention time
UV Specific extinction(E1%)	165-185	176
Specific gravity(25℃)USP<841>	1.011～1.016	1.015
Refractive index(20℃)USP<831>	1,500～1.503	1.502
Acidity(ml/ml)Titration(USP)	≤0.2	0.1ml/ml
Chromatographic purity GC USP<621>
Isooctyl alcohol(%)	≤0.10	＜0.6ppm(LOD)
Methyl salicylate(%)	≤0.10	＜2.3ppm(LOD)
Each impurity	≤0.50%	0.14%
Total impurities	≤2.0%	0.3%
Purity	≥99.0%	99.7%
Assay	95.0-105.0%	100.1%
Storage:	Please store in a sealed, light-proof container, avoiding direct sunlight, moisture, and excessive heat.
ShelfLife:	2 Years.

 

 

1. Enhanced Sun Protection:

• Broadens UV Protection Band: Primarily absorbs UVB (290-330nm) and partially blocks UVA, enhancing the broad-spectrum protection of sunscreen products.
• Stabilizes Sunscreen Formulas: Extends the activity time of chemical sunscreen agents (such as avobenzone), preventing photodegradation.
• Prevents Photodamage: Reduces tanning, sunburn, and photosensitive dermatitis.

 

2. Skin Care:

• Improves Skin Texture: Fades pigmentation spots, minimizes pores, reduces fine lines, and delays photoaging caused by UV radiation.
• Adjunctive Therapy: 2 Ethylhexyl salicylate has a relieving effect on photosensitive dermatitis.

 

3. Medical Potential:

• Cardiovascular Protection: Oral administration of salicylic acid derivatives may reduce the risk of heart disease in diabetic patients, but this use is weakly associated with the esterified form.
• Topical Treatment: At low concentrations, it has anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and keratolytic effects, used for acne, tinea, etc.

 

 

1. Cosmetics and Sunscreen Products

• Additive Limits: Global regulations require a concentration of ≤5%.
• Advantages of Combination: Often used in combination with benzophenone-based sunscreens to improve solubility and stability.

 

2. Topical Medical Preparations
Effective in treating acne, athlete's foot, and tinea capitis.

 

3. Industrial Uses
As an antioxidant and UV absorber in plastics and inks.

 

 

Fruiterco is an export company that mainly produces plant extracts, health product raw materials, and cosmetic raw materials. The company has a 20+ professional service after-sales team.

 

Our products are sold to North America, Europe, Australia, South America and Asia. Our products have passed quality inspection and also support customer re-inspection. Email: info@fruiterco.com.

 

 

 

Our products are certified organic, halal, kosher, USDA. Our company has passed ISO22000 quality management system certification. We are able to provide our customers with high-quality products and support them in retesting ingredients to ensure product quality.

 

 

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