Octinoxate
- Generic Name
- Octinoxate
- Brand Names
- Eucerin, Meijer, Sumadan Wash
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C18H26O3
- CAS Number
- 5466-77-3
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 4Y5P7MUD51
Overview
Octinoxate is a cinnamate ester and common ingredient in sunscreen and other skin care products to minimize DNA photodamage. It was originally developed in 1950's as an organic UV-B filter that absorbs UV-B rays from sun. It is often combined with nanoparticles or other water-resistant liposomes in formulations to increase the localization at the epidermis and decrease the risk of percutaneous absorption. Its use in pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations is approved by FDA.
Background
Octinoxate is a cinnamate ester and common ingredient in sunscreen and other skin care products to minimize DNA photodamage. It was originally developed in 1950's as an organic UV-B filter that absorbs UV-B rays from sun. It is often combined with nanoparticles or other water-resistant liposomes in formulations to increase the localization at the epidermis and decrease the risk of percutaneous absorption. Its use in pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations is approved by FDA.
Indication
As an active ingredient in sunscreens and lip balms. Used for protection against damaging effects of sun rays.
Associated Conditions
- Sunburn
Clinical Trials
Title | Posted | Study ID | Phase | Status | Sponsor |
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No clinical trials found
No clinical trials found for this drug
FDA Approved Products
Product Name | Manufacturer | Route | Strength | Approved | NDC Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TOPICAL | 7.5 kg in 100 kg | 2010/05/25 | 68807-301 | ||
TOPICAL | 7.5 g in 100 g | 2011/11/21 | 51514-0217 | ||
TOPICAL | 1.5 g in 30 g | 2012/10/25 | 68472-117 | ||
TOPICAL | 7.5 g in 100 mL | 2025/05/06 | 70712-101 | ||
TOPICAL | 2 mL in 80 mL | 2012/08/28 | 68828-106 | ||
TOPICAL | 7.5 g in 100 mL | 2025/05/01 | 83286-014 | ||
TOPICAL | 7.5 g in 100 g | 2025/05/01 | 83286-008 | ||
Juvena Produits de Beaute GMBH | TOPICAL | 7.5 mL in 100 mL | 2010/03/05 | 59614-347 | |
TOPICAL | 0.91 g in 14 g | 2025/05/06 | 67225-5233 | ||
TOPICAL | 75 mg in 1 g | 2019/11/12 | 62032-116 |
EMA Approved Products
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No EMA products found
No EMA products found for this drug
HSA Approved Products
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No HSA products found
No HSA products found for this drug
NMPA Approved Products
Product Name | Approval No. | Manufacturer | Dosage Form | Trade Name | Strength | Type | Status | Date | Import |
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No NMPA products found
No NMPA products found for this drug
PPB Approved Products
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No PPB products found
No PPB products found for this drug
TGA Approved Products
Product Name | ARTG ID | Sponsor | Status | Reg. Date | Ingredient |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
286720 | Active | 2017/03/14 | octyl methoxycinnamate | ||
316427 | Active | 2019/04/12 | octyl methoxycinnamate | ||
374097 | Active | 2021/09/02 | octyl methoxycinnamate | ||
279799 | Active | 2016/08/31 | octyl methoxycinnamate | ||
391736 | Active | 2022/07/04 | octyl methoxycinnamate | ||
439830 | Active | 2024/02/05 | octyl methoxycinnamate | ||
487211 | Active | 2025/04/30 | octyl methoxycinnamate | ||
91788 | Ashanti Ostrich Oil Pty Ltd | Active | 2002/11/13 | octyl methoxycinnamate | |
282968 | Active | 2016/11/28 | octyl methoxycinnamate | ||
386992 | Active | 2022/04/12 | octyl methoxycinnamate |