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noun - a univalent radical
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| Plural form of octyl. |
| bDefinitionb of bOCTYLb. : an alkyl radical Csub8subHsub17sub derived from an octane: such as. a : the normal radical CHsub3sub(CHsub2sub)sub6subCHsub2sub b : the radical CHsub3sub(CHsub2sub)sub3subCH(Csub2subHsub5sub)CHsub2sub having a branched chain 2-ethyl-hexyl. |
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Octyl salicylate, or 2-ethylhexyl salicylate, is an organic compound used as an ingredient in sunscreens and cosmetics to absorb UVB (ultraviolet) rays from the sun. It is an ester formed by the condensation of a salicylic acid with 2-ethylhexanol. It is a colorless oily liquid with a slight floral odor. * The salicylate portion of the molecule absorbs ultraviolet light, protecting skin from the harmful effects of exposure to sunlight. The ethylhexanol portion is a fatty alcohol, adding emollient and oil-like (water resistant) properties. |