Methyl Paraben
INCI: Methylparaben
Category: Preservative
Trade name: UENO METHYL PARABEN NF
CAS number: 99-76-3
1. Description
- Methylparaben 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.
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It is a stable, non-volatile compound and finds application as an anti-microbial preservative in foods, drugs and cosmetics. It is readily absorbed through the skin and gastrointestinal tract. Upon hydrolyzation, it is hydrolyzed to p-hydroxybenzoic acid, and the conjugates formed get rapidly excreted in the urine.
2. Composition
Methyl paraben
Cas: 99-76-3
3. Characteristics
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Specifications |
Typical value for guidance |
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Appearance |
White crystalline Powder |
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Assay |
98.0 - 102% |
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Melting Point |
125 - 128oC |
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pH (effective range) |
4.0 - 8.0 |
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Solubility (in water) |
0.02%(w/w, approx.) |
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Solubility (in Propylene Glycol ) |
22%(w/w) |
4. Example of use
- Function
- Antimicrobial efficacy.
- Highly effective against fungi.
Dosage
- Leave on / Rinse off: 0.05 -0.15%.
- EU Cosmetic Regulation (max): Max. 0.4%.
- Application
- Shampoo, Shower gel. - Creams, lotions.
- O/W emulsions.
- Eye care.
- Oral care.
- Lip care.
- Recommended for children under 3 years of age.
5. Packaging and storage
- Keep the product dry and cool and protect containers from damage.
- Reseal containers tightly after use.
- Shelf life of at least 3 years under appropriate conditions of storage.
