(also referred to as: Benzophenone-3, Escalol 567, Uvinul M40, Uvasorb Met.) A class of sunscreens which includes oxybenzone, and which provides UVA and UVB protection. Used in Coppertone® products available in Canada.
Benzophenone is the organic compound with the formula (C6H5)2CO, generally abbreviated Ph2CO. Substituted benzophenones such as oxybenzone and dioxybenzone are used in sunscreen.