Octinoxate

Name: Octinoxate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-026974

About Octinoxate

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Octinoxate, a high-purity reference standard of Octinoxate registered under CAS number 5466-77-3. Formula C18H26O3, molecular weight 290.4 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2-ethylhexyl (E)-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)prop-2-enoate. It is also known as Parsol MCX or Parsol MOX.

It is supplied as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Laboratories use this Octinoxate standard for identity and assay testing, system suitability checks and method validation supporting ANDA and DMF filings. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, Octinoxate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Octinoxate
Catalogue No.	VQ-026974
CAS Number	5466-77-3
IUPAC name	2-ethylhexyl (E)-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)prop-2-enoate
Molecular formula	C₁₈H₂₆O₃
Molecular weight	290.4 g/mol
Exact mass	290.1882
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	YBGZDTIWKVFICR-JLHYYAGUSA-N
SMILES	CCCCC(CC)COC(=O)/C=C/C1=CC=C(C=C1)OC
PubChem CID	5355130

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	5.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 3
TPSA	35.5 Å²
Synonyms	Parsol MCX, Parsol MOX, Parsol, Octyl methoxycinnamate, 2-Ethylhexyl-p-methoxycinnamate, Escalol 557, Sunscreen AV, 2-Ethylhexyl p-methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Uvinul MC80, Ethylhexyl p-methoxycinnamate, Neo heliopan AV

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 5466-77-3

Octyl methoxycinnamate, ≥98.00%

CAS: 5466-77-3
Formula: C₁₈H₂₆O₃
MW: 290.4 g/mol

VQ-020511

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Octinoxate?

The CAS Registry Number of Octinoxate is 5466-77-3. It is also known as Parsol MCX, Parsol MOX, Parsol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Octinoxate?

Octinoxate has the molecular formula C18H26O3 and a molecular weight of 290.4 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-ethylhexyl (E)-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)prop-2-enoate.

What is Octinoxate used for?

Octinoxate is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Octinoxate. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Octinoxate can I order?

We supply Octinoxate in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Octinoxate?

Yes. Every lot of Octinoxate is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Octinoxate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Octinoxate is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.