Name BUTYLOCTYL SALICYLATE Description Butyloctyl salicylate is used as a sunscreen booster. Benefits Increases the efficacy of mineral sunscreens Considerations • Reproductive and Developmental Toxicity
Butyloctyl salicylate is in a class of chemicals called salicylates, which are linked to reproductive concerns. Butyloctyl salicylate may contribute to birth defects or developmental issues. It is recommended that children under 4 should not use BOS at all. • Environmental Hazard
Toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects.
• Skin Absorption
Butyloctyl salicylate is readily absorbed through the skin.
• Allergies
People with salicylate allergies should avoid butyloctyl salicylate Synonyms Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 2-butyloctyl ester
2-BUTYLOCTYL 2-HYDROXYBENZOATE
2-hydroxybenzoic acid 2-butyloctyl ester
2-butyloctyl o-hydroxybenzoate
CZVOIAOPRGNENY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SALICYLIC ACID, 2-BUTYLOCTYL ESTER Research Sources https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38539266/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14617432/ https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/18319150
https://www.tga.gov.au/sites/default/files/foi-116-1516-07.pdf Summary Linked to endocrine disruption and allergic reactions.
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