Benzophenone-4 Supplier Malaysia
- Also known as
- Benzophenone 4
- BP-4
- Sulisobenzone
- 2-Hydroxy-4-Methoxybenzophenone-5-Sulfonic Acid
Benzophenone-4 is a water-soluble UV absorber used in personal-care and industrial formulations. ChemTrade supports Benzophenone-4 supplier enquiries in Malaysia for buyers specifying the ingredient by its INCI name, BP-4 or sulisobenzone.
The material is an off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder, chemically identified as 2-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone-5-sulfonic acid. It is distinct from benzophenone-5, which is the separate sodium-salt INCI, and from benzophenone-3 or oxybenzone.
Personal-care applications include sunscreen and sun-care, shampoo, clear liquid formulations and hair colourants where a water-soluble UV absorber is required. Benzophenone-4 is also used in clear coatings, inks and selected plastics, including formulations intended to protect fragrance or dye from UV exposure.
Send the application, required specification, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing and documentation are confirmed with the quotation, and pricing is provided for a stated validity period. Supply is subject to applicable requirements.
- Appearance
- Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder.
Benzophenone-4 grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benzophenone-4 for personal-care formulations | Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder | — | Sunscreen, sun-care, shampoo, clear liquid personal-care and hair-colourant formulations requiring a water-soluble UV absorber. | Confirmed with the quotation. |
| Benzophenone-4 for industrial formulations | Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder | — | Clear coatings, inks and selected plastics where benzophenone-4 is specified as a UV absorber. | Confirmed with the quotation. |
How to buy benzophenone-4 from ChemTrade
Request a quote for benzophenone-4
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| INCI name | Benzophenone-4 | — |
| Chemical name | 2-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone-5-sulfonic acid | — |
| Appearance | Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder | — |
| Solubility characteristic | Water-soluble | — |
Benzophenone-4 applications
Common questions about benzophenone-4
What is benzophenone-4?
Benzophenone-4 is the INCI name for sulisobenzone, a water-soluble benzophenone UV absorber also identified as BP-4.
Why is benzophenone-4 used in aqueous formulations?
Its distinguishing water-soluble character makes it suitable for clear aqueous systems, including personal-care formulations, coatings and inks where the formulation specifies BP-4.
Which applications commonly use benzophenone-4?
Applications include sunscreen and sun-care, shampoo, clear liquid personal care, hair colourants, clear coatings, inks and selected plastics.
Is benzophenone-4 the same as benzophenone-5?
No. Benzophenone-4 is the sulfonic acid, while benzophenone-5 is its sodium salt and a separate INCI ingredient. They should be specified and ordered separately.
Is benzophenone-4 the same as benzophenone-3 or oxybenzone?
No. Benzophenone-3, also called oxybenzone, is a different chemical. Benzophenone itself, benzotriazoles and hindered-amine light stabilisers are also separate products or families.
What information is needed for a benzophenone-4 quotation?
Provide the application, required specification, quantity and delivery location. Packing, documentation, availability and price validity are confirmed with the quotation. Supply is subject to applicable requirements.