Sodium Methyl Paraben
HS Code: 29163990
CAS No: 5026-62-0
Sodium Methyl Paraben is the sodium salt of methylparaben, a white crystalline powder. It is a preservative commonly used in cosmetics, personal care products, and some pharmaceuticals to extend their shelf life and inhibit the growth of microorganisms.
IUPAC Name: Sodium 4-(methoxycarbonyl)phenoxide
Common Name:
- Sodium Methylparaben
- Sodium Methyl Ester of p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid
Appearance: Sodium Methyl Paraben appears as a white, crystalline powder.
Chemical Formula: C8H7NaO3
Molecular Weight:174.14 g/mol.
Applications:
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Cosmetics and Personal Care: Sodium Methyl Paraben is widely used as a preservative in cosmetics and personal care products, including creams, lotions, shampoos, and makeup. It helps prevent the growth of bacteria, yeast, and molds, extending the product's shelf life.
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Pharmaceuticals: In pharmaceutical formulations, it is used as a preservative to maintain the stability and safety of certain medications and topical products.
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Food Industry: While less common than in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, Sodium Methyl Paraben can be used as a food preservative in some regions to prevent microbial growth in food and beverages.
- Industrial and Technical Applications: It is employed in various industrial and technical applications for its antimicrobial properties.
Packing Size: 5 Kg
Packing Type: BOX
Product Details
Product Details | Value |
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About us | Sodium Methyl Paraben is used as a Preservative in Cosmetic & Personal care Products. |
Categories | Cosmetics & Personal Care |
HS Code | 29163990 |
CAS No | 5026-62-0 |
Form | powder |
Packaging Size | 5 Kg |
Packaging Type | BOX |
Color | white |
Brand | Nebula |
Grade Standard | IP Grade |
Purity | 99% |
IUPAC- Name | Sodium 4-(methoxycarbonyl)phenoxide |
Molecular Formula | C8H7NaO3 |
Appearance | white, crystalline powder |
Physical State | powder |
Free Acid | Below 0.1% |