Dioxybenzone (benzophenone-8) is an organic compound used in sunscreen to block UVB and short-wave UVA (ultraviolet) rays.

[2] It is a derivative of benzophenone.

It is a yellow powder with a melting point of 68 °C.

It is insoluble in water, but moderately soluble in ethanol and isopropanol.

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