Octyl salicylate: a new contact sensitivity.

Contact dermatitis (2006-12-21)

M Singh, M H Beck

ABSTRACT

We describe acute contact sensitivity to octyl salicylate, an ultraviolet filter, used in many cosmetics and sunscreens.

MATERIALS

Product Number

Brand

Product Description

Supelco

Octisalate, Pharmaceutical Secondary Standard; Certified Reference Material

Supelco

2-Ethylhexyl salicylate, analytical standard

Sigma-Aldrich

2-Ethylhexyl salicylate, 99%

Sigma-Aldrich

2-Ethylhexyl salicylate, ≥99%