Atul R. Patil

Benzophenone-3 in Aquatic Environments: Sources, Occurrence, Toxicity and the Prospects for Microalgae-based Bioremediation

Bhavana R. Dhawad, Surabhi D. Chikate & Atul R. Patil · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2026

Benzophenone-3 (BP-3), also known as oxybenzone, is a widely used organic ultraviolet filter incorporated into personal care products, cosmetics, paints and sunscreens. Its photostability, lipophilicity and slow biodegradation promote environmental persistence and facilitate its...