Homosalate (Sarasorb HMS)

1. STRUCTURE
Homosalate (Sarasorb HMS)
2. PRODUCT NAME & DETAILS
Product Name Homosalate (Sarasorb HMS)
Product Code 011610
CAS No 118-56-9
HS Code 2918.99.00
Molecular Formula C16H22O3
Molecular Wt. 262.34
3. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Chemical nameCommon names and synonymsCAS numberEC number
Homosalate
3,3,5-Trimethylcyclohexyl 2-hydroxybenzoate,
Homosalate
118-56-9
204-260-8
European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECS)
Listed
EC Inventory
Listed
United States Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory
Listed
China Catalog of Hazardous chemicals 2015
Not Listed
Chinese Chemical Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances (China IECSC)
Listed
Korea Existing Chemicals List (KECL)
Not listed
Canadian Domestic Substance List (DSL)
Listed
Canadian Non-Domestic Substance List (NDSL)
Not Listed
Japanese Existing and New Chemical Substances Inventory (ENCS)
Listed


4. SPECIFICATION
Physical Appearance
Colourless to light yellow oily liquid
Identification (HPLC)
Identical
Purity
NLT 98%
Boiling Point
163 °C
Density
1.045-1.048 g/cm³
5. APPLICATIONSarasorb HMS is an oil-soluble UV B filter.

It is particularly suitable for water-repellant and water-resistant formulations.

Sarasorb HMS is an effective solubilizer for crystalline UV absorbers such as
Sarasorb AVB, Sarasorb DBT and Sarasorb-324 (BEMT).
6. HAZARD CLASSIFICATION
Non-Hazardous substance.
7. STORAGE CONDITION
Store at ambient temperature in dry place away from direct sun light
8. PACKING DETAILS

200 kg drum.

9. SHELF LIFE
3 years.
Disclaimer
Typical properties should not be considered as specification.
Product covered by valid patents are not offered or supplied for commercial use. The Patent position should be verified by the customer.
Products will not be supplied to countries where they could be in conflict with existing patents.
Products currently covered by valid US patents are offered for R&D use in accordance with 35 USC 271 (e) (I) Above information is given in good faith and without warrenty.

The above information is given in good faith and is without warranty

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is Sarasorb HMS and what is it used for?

 A1. Sarasorb HMS is an oil-soluble UVB filter (colourless to light yellow oily liquid, HPLC purity not less than 98%, density 1.045–1.048 g/cm³) that suits water-repellent and water-resistant formulations and acts as a solubilizer for crystalline UV absorbers such as Sarasorb AVB.


Q2. What are the key specifications of Sarasorb HMS?

 A2. Colourless to light yellow oily liquid, HPLC purity not less than 98%, density 1.045–1.048 g/cm³. CAS 118-56-9, molecular formula C16H22O3.


Q3. How is Sarasorb HMS packed and how long is its shelf life?

 A3. It is supplied in 200 kg drums. Shelf life is 3 years when stored at ambient temperature in a dry place away from direct sunlight.


Q4. On which chemical inventories is Sarasorb HMS listed?

 A4. According to this page it is listed on EINECS, EC Inventory, US TSCA, China IECSC, Canada DSL and Japan ENCS. Please verify the status for your own market before use.


Q5. Does Sarex manufacture and supply Sarasorb HMS in bulk?

 A5. Sarex Fine Chemicals manufactures Sarasorb HMS (CAS 118-56-9) in India and exports to customers in more than 40 countries. Use Inquire Now or Request a Sample for bulk quantities and quotes.