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:

1. 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.

2. Pharmaceuticals: In pharmaceutical formulations, it is used as a preservative to maintain the stability and safety of certain medications and topical products.

3. 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.

4. Industrial and Technical Applications: It is employed in various industrial and technical applications for its antimicrobial properties.

Packing Size: 5 Kg

Packing Type: BOX