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Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate (Uvinul Mc 80)

INCI: ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE
CAS 5466-77-3
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate (Uvinul Mc 80) is a UV filter that helps protect the skin from harmful ultraviolet radiation.
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

Oil-soluble UVB UV filter; peak absorption ~311 nm; undergoes trans-to-cis photoisomerization under UV exposure causing progressive SPF loss
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate (Uvinul Mc 80) is a UV filter that helps protect the skin from harmful ultraviolet radiation.

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
5466-77-3
INCI
ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE
Category
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Updated
Apr 2, 2026