Synonym(s)
2-ethylhexyl-4-methoxycinnamate; INCI label: Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamates
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Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate is an ester of cinnamic acid. It is mainly used in cosmetics as light protection agent (UV filter). The substance may cause a photocontact allergy in combination with UV/sunlight. Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate is represented in the epicutaneous test series: Photocontact allergens.
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer