Description
Product Overview
Octisalate (Ethylhexyl Salicylate, CAS 118-60-5) is a classic oil-soluble UVB filter (280-320nm) widely used in sunscreens, daily care and color cosmetics. As a salicylate ester with excellent skin feel, it acts as both a UVB absorber and a solubilizer for other solid sunscreen actives, helping stabilize the overall filter system. Our bulk octisalate is produced under GMP with cosmetic-grade purity, suitable for lotions, sprays, sticks and foundations.
Physical & Chemical Properties
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| INCI Name | Ethylhexyl Salicylate |
| CAS No. | 118-60-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C15H22O3 |
| Appearance | Clear colorless to light yellow oily liquid |
| Assay | ≥ 99.0% (GC) |
| UV Absorption | UVB 280-320nm, λmax ~305nm |
| Solubility | Oil soluble; miscible with most cosmetic oils and esters |
| Acid Value | ≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g |
| Storage | Sealed, cool dry place, 24 months |
Key Benefits for Formulation
- Reliable UVB filter for sunburn & erythema protection
- Acts as solvent/solubilizer for solid UV filters (e.g. avobenzone, bemotrizinol)
- Improves spreadability and reduces greasiness of sunscreen systems
- High photostability, compatible with avobenzone systems
- Approved in most global sunscreen regulations (FDA, EU, China, ASEAN)
- Excellent skin feel — light, non-sticky
Main Applications
Sunscreens (lotion, spray, stick), daily anti-UV creams, BB/CC creams, foundations, lip balms and after-sun products.
Why Choose Our Bulk Octisalate (Ethylhexyl Salicylate)
- GMP-certified production, ISO 9001 quality system
- Cosmetic-grade purity with batch-to-batch consistency
- Full COA, MSDS and third-party testing per batch
- HALAL/KOSHER certified options available
- Flexible MOQ, global export to 50+ countries
- OEM/ODM support for sunscreen, skincare and makeup lines
Recommended Usage
Typical usage 2-10% in sunscreen formulations (regulatory limits vary by market; EU max 5%, FDA 5%, China 5%).
FAQ About Wholesale Octisalate (Ethylhexyl Salicylate)
Q: What is octisalate CAS?
118-60-5.
Q: Is it oil or water soluble?
Oil soluble; dissolves in the oil phase of emulsions.
Q: What UV range does it cover?
UVB 280-320nm, peak absorption ~305nm.
Q: Can it stabilize avobenzone?
Yes, it is commonly used as a solvent for avobenzone to improve photostability.
Q: Do you provide COA?
Yes, per-batch COA with GC assay and full specs.
Q: What is the MOQ?
25kg/drum; samples available.
Inquiry & Cooperation
As a professional cosmetic raw material manufacturer with 20 years of export experience, we supply high-quality Octisalate (Ethylhexyl Salicylate) at competitive bulk prices. Contact our sales team for spec sheets, COA and samples.
Read more: B2B guide — Octisalate (Ethylhexyl Salicylate) | CAS 118-60-5 applications, benefits & EU compliance
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