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Potassium Benzoate

Used in cosmetic products as preservative. Potassium Benzoate is the potassium salt of Benzoic Acid.

Allowed preservative

EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex V/1a.

Annex V/1a: 0.5% (acid)

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Potassium benzoate chemical structure, C7H5KO2, CAS 582-25-2
Potassium benzoate
CAS 582-25-2C7H5KO2
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Potassium benzoate

IUPAC name: potassium benzoate

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Potassium Benzoate suppliers

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International Distribution Company
DistributorAartselaar, Belgium
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WV
Wuxi Volksky New Materials Co.,Ltd
Supplier China
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Shanghai Kean Technology Co
Supplier

Shanghai Kean Technology Co., Ltd. is a global chemical manufacturer and focuses on advanced chemical technology.

Unclaimed profile 153 products
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AB
Across Biotech Jinan Co LTD
Supplier China

Across Biotech has been manufacturing and supplying food/feed additives and benzophenone series for many years.

Unclaimed profile 162 products
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IC
Industrial Chemicals, Inc.
DistributorRichmond, United States

Colonial Chemical Solutions, Inc. is the leading independent, full Service, chemical distribution & logistics company with exceptional customer value.

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RC
Rock Chemicals, Inc.
DistributorNew Castle, United States

Rock Chemicals, Inc. is a domestic and international semi-bulk to bulk chemical distributor.

Unclaimed profile 194 products
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WY
Wuhan Youji Industries Co., Ltd.
ManufacturerWuhan, China
Unclaimed profile 13 products
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AC
Alkan Chemical Europe
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Unclaimed profile 81 products
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Frequently asked questions

What is Potassium Benzoate used for in cosmetics?

Potassium Benzoate is used in cosmetic products as preservative. Potassium Benzoate is the potassium salt of Benzoic Acid.

Is Potassium Benzoate restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

Potassium Benzoate is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex V/1a (allowed preservative). Annex V/1a: 0.5% (acid) Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.

What is the CAS number of Potassium Benzoate?

Potassium Benzoate is listed with CAS number 582-25-2 and EC number 209-481-3.

Where can I buy Potassium Benzoate?

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