Potassium Propionate
Used in cosmetic products as preservative. Potassium Propionate is the potassium salt of propionic acid.
EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex V/2.
Annex V/2: 2% (acid)
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IUPAC name: potassium propanoate
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What is Potassium Propionate used for in cosmetics?
Potassium Propionate is used in cosmetic products as preservative. Potassium Propionate is the potassium salt of propionic acid.
Is Potassium Propionate restricted in cosmetics in the EU?
Potassium 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 Potassium Propionate?
Potassium Propionate is listed with CAS number 327-62-8 and EC number 206-323-5.
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