4-Methylbenzylidene camphor
![Skeletal formula of 4-methylbenzylidene camphor](/Images/godic/202501/11/4-Methylbenzylidene_camphor.svg3934.png")
![Ball-and-stick model of the 4-methylbenzylidene camphor molecule](/Images/godic/202501/11/4-Methylbenzylidene-camphor-3D-balls3935.png")
4-Methylbenzylidene camphor (4-MBC, enzacamene) is an organic camphor derivative that is used in the cosmetic industry for its ability to protect the skin against UV, specifically UV B radiation. As such it is used in sunscreen lotions and other skincare products claiming a SPF value. Its tradenames include Eusolex 6300 (Merck) and Parsol 5000 (DSM).