Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer