

Biodefend P2
INCI: Propylene Glycol, Methyl Paraben, Propyl paraben
Category: Preservative
Trade name: Biodefend P2
CAS number: 57-55-6/ 99-76-3/ 94-13-3
1. Description
- Methylparaben, Propylparaben is a dry powder form of highly pure. With its efficient broad-spectrum antimicrobial efficacy and low toxicity profile, Methylparaben is widely used in the personal care industry.
- Biodefend P2 preservative blend developed for use in cosmetics. It is a combination of Methylparaben and propylparaben in Propylene Glycol, is used against Gram+, Gram- bacteria, yeasts & moulds.
- Biodefend P2 is effective in a broad pH range of pH from 3 to 8, and does not change the color, odour & viscosity of finished cosmetics.
2. Composition
INCI Name |
CAS No |
Propylene Glycol |
57-55-6 |
Methylparaben |
99-76-3 |
Propylparaben |
94-13-3 |
3. Characteristics
Specifications |
Typical value for guidance |
Appearance |
Clear slightly yellowish liquid |
Odor |
Mild characteristic odor |
Methylparaben (%) |
7.2 - 12.0 |
Propylparaben (%) |
2.9 - 4.5 |
Solubility |
In glycol |
4. Example of use
- Benefit
- Effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, yeast, and mold.
- Fast-acting.
- Function: Preservative.
Dosage
Leave-on/ Rinse off: 0.7 – 1.5 %.
- Application
- Biodefend P2 has proven to be an effective preserving system for rinse-off products such as shampoos, shower gels, foam baths, etc. Care Products.
- Face: Cream, Lotion, suncare lotions, and creams.
5. Packing and storge
- The product should be stored in tightly closed original containers at temperatures below 25°C, protected from direct light.
- At these conditions its guaranteed shelf-life is of 2 years from the manufacturing date.