Butyloctyl salicylate
CAS Number
190085-41-7
EC Number
431-090-3
Industries: Personal Care & Cosmetics
What is Butyloctyl salicylate?
Butyloctyl salicylate (CAS 190085-41-7), sold commercially as Hallbrite BHB, is a branched-chain ester used in personal care and cosmetic formulations.
Where is Butyloctyl salicylate used?
- Sunscreen and SPF: solubilizes oil-soluble UV filters such as avobenzone and octinoxate
- Color cosmetics: carrier and spreading agent in foundations, lip products, and pressed powders
- Skincare emulsions: serums, moisturizers, and after-sun products
- It functions as a UV-absorbing emollient and solubilizer.
Commercial specifications
- Bulk supply in drums and intermediate bulk containers
- Sample quantities available
Other Names (Synonyms)
Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 2-butyloctyl ester|Hallbrite BHB|2EH13UN8D3|2-butyloctyl o-hydroxybenzoate|SALICYLIC ACID, 2-BUTYLOCTYL ESTER|RefChem:122321|2-Butyloctyl Salicylate|Sunscreen Stabilizer.
What are the physical properties of Butyloctyl salicylate?
Boiling Point 392.4±15.0 °C(Predicted)
Density 0.995±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
Water Solubility 28.4μg/L at 20℃
Vapor Pressure 14Pa at 25℃
Log P 6.2 at 20℃
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Hazard Statements
H413 May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life [Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard]