4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid
Used in cosmetic products as fragrance and preservative. 4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid is the aromatic acid that a conforms to the formula.
EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex V/12.
Annex V/12: 0,4% (as acid) for single ester / 0,8% (as acid) for mixtures of esters
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IUPAC name: 4-hydroxybenzoic acid
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What is 4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid used for in cosmetics?
4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid is used in cosmetic products as fragrance and preservative. 4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid is the aromatic acid that a conforms to the formula.
Is 4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid restricted in cosmetics in the EU?
4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex V/12 (allowed preservative). Annex V/12: 0,4% (as acid) for single ester / 0,8% (as acid) for mixtures of esters Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.
What is the CAS number of 4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid?
4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid is listed with CAS number 99-96-7 and EC number 202-804-9.
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