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Calcium Propionate

Used in cosmetic products as preservative. Calcium Propionate is the calcium salt of propionic acid.

Allowed preservative

EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex V/2.

Annex V/2: 2% (acid)

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Calcium propionate chemical structure, C6H10CaO4, CAS 4075-81-4
Calcium propionate
CAS 4075-81-4C6H10CaO4
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Calcium propionate

IUPAC name: calcium propanoate

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Frequently asked questions

What is Calcium Propionate used for in cosmetics?

Calcium Propionate is used in cosmetic products as preservative. Calcium Propionate is the calcium salt of propionic acid.

Is Calcium Propionate restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

Calcium Propionate is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex V/2 (allowed preservative). Annex V/2: 2% (acid) Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.

What is the CAS number of Calcium Propionate?

Calcium Propionate is listed with CAS number 4075-81-4 and EC number 223-795-8.

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