Synonym(s)
CAS number: 121-79-9; E 310; propyl 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoate; propyl 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoates; Propyl gallate
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Propyl gallate is the ester between propyl alcohol and gallic acid. Propyl gallate is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as an antioxidant (even in low concentrations it prevents or delays the decomposition of active agents and additives in extemporaneous formulations).
In food technology propyl gallate is used as antioxidant under the number E 310.
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