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Potassium Methylparaben

Used in cosmetic products as preservative. Potassium Methylparaben is the potassium salt of Methylparaben.

Allowed preservative

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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Potassium methylparaben chemical structure, C8H7KO3, CAS 26112-07-2
Potassium methylparaben
CAS 26112-07-2C8H7KO3
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Potassium methylparaben

IUPAC name: potassium 4-methoxycarbonylphenolate

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Frequently asked questions

What is Potassium Methylparaben used for in cosmetics?

Potassium Methylparaben is used in cosmetic products as preservative. Potassium Methylparaben is the potassium salt of Methylparaben.

Is Potassium Methylparaben restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

Potassium Methylparaben 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 Potassium Methylparaben?

Potassium Methylparaben is listed with CAS number 26112-07-2 and EC number 247-464-2.

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