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Sodium Methylparaben

Used in cosmetic products as preservative. Sodium 4-(methoxycarbonyl)phenolate.

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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Methylparaben sodium chemical structure, C8H7NaO3, CAS 5026-62-0
Methylparaben sodium
CAS 5026-62-0C8H7NaO3
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Methylparaben sodium

IUPAC name: sodium 4-methoxycarbonylphenolate

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Frequently asked questions

What is Sodium Methylparaben used for in cosmetics?

Sodium Methylparaben is used in cosmetic products as preservative. Sodium 4-(methoxycarbonyl)phenolate.

Is Sodium Methylparaben restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

Sodium 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 Sodium Methylparaben?

Sodium Methylparaben is listed with CAS number 5026-62-0 and EC number 225-714-1.

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