Padimate A
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| Padimate A | |
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| Chemical name | 3-methylbutyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate |
| Other names | isoamyl dimethyl PABA Escalol 506 |
| Chemical formula | C14H21NO2 |
| Molecular mass | 235.33 g/mol |
| CAS number | [21245-01-2] |
| Density | ? g/cm3 |
| Melting point | <25 °C |
| Boiling point | ? °C |
| SMILES | CN(C)C1=CC=C(C(OCCC(C)C)=O)C=C1 |
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Padimate A is an organic compound that is an ingredient in some sunscreens. It is an ester derivative of PABA. It absorbs ultraviolet rays protecting the skin from sun damage. It is not approved for use in the United States.
[edit] See also
- Padimate O, a related suncreen ingredient
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