Sodium propylparaben (inci)

Synonym(s)

4-hydroxybenzoic acid propyl ester (Natriumsalz); CAS number: 35285-69-9; Propyl paraben (Natriumsalz)

Definition
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"Sodium..." means the element sodium, "propylparaben" means 4-hydroxybenzoic acid propyl ester as a paraben derivative. Sodium propylparaben is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as a preservative (inhibits the growth of microorganisms).

Note(s)
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The framework conditions for preservatives which may be used in cosmetics are defined in the EC Cosmetics Regulation - 1223/2009 - Annex V).

Literature
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The Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food Safety (BVL) Manage risks - protect consumers: https://www.bvl.bund.de/DE/03_Verbraucherprodukte/03_AntragstellerUnternehmen/02_Kosmetik/04_Inhaltsstoffe/bgs_fuerAntragsteller_kosmetik_gesetzlicheRegelung_inhaltsstoffe_node.html