Description: Methylparaben is an ester of p-hydroxybenzoic acid. It is a fine crystalline powder, which is odourless, tasteless and non-irritating. Parabens are some of the oldest cosmetic preservatives and have been used globally since the 1920s. The chemical formula for methyl paraben is C8H8O3. It is also found naturally in fruits like blueberries where it has antimicrobial activity.
CAS NO: 99-76-3
INCI: Methyl Paraben
Properties: Form: Crystalline Powder Color: White to almost white Solubility: Slightly Soluble in water Odor: Odorless Taste: Tasteless and non-irritating
USES:
Methylparaben is widely used as a preservative in various cosmetic products. The preservative effects of methylparaben also protect pharmaceutical products from contamination by microorganisms. Because methylparaben is an effective inhibitor of molds, yeasts and other microorganisms that commonly grow on food products, it is frequently used as a food preservative.
