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Benzophenone Uses, Dosage, Side Effects and more

Benzophenone is the organic compound. Substituted benzophenones such as oxybenzone and dioxybenzone are used in sunscreen.

Attribute Details
Trade Name Benzophenone
Generic Benzophenone
Benzophenone Other Names Benzophenone, Benzoylbenzene, Diphenyl ketone, Diphenylmethanone
Type
Formula C13H10O
Weight Average: 182.2179
Monoisotopic: 182.073164942
Groups Experimental
Therapeutic Class
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Last Updated: January 7, 2025 at 1:49 am
   

Uses

Benzophenone is an ingredient used in sunscreens to absorb UV radiation.

Benzophenone is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Sunburn

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