| CAS# | 120-47-8 |
| FORMULA | C9H10O3 |
| INS Number | 214 |
| E Number | E214 |
| Synonyms | p-Carbethoxyphenol; Ethyl p-hydroxybenzoate |
| GROUPS/USES | Food, Cosmetics, Pharmaceuticals |
| Markets | Personal care & Pharmaceuticals, Food & Beverage |
FAQ’S
What is Ethyl paraben?
Ethyl paraben is a chemical compound that is used as a preservative in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
What are the uses of Ethyl paraben?
Ethyl paraben is used as a preservative in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food. It’s effective against yeasts and molds, and can be used alone or with other antimicrobial agents.
What are the properties of Ethyl paraben?
Ethyl paraben is inexpensive, colorless, odorless, and low toxic. It is slightly soluble in water. It is effective over a wide range of pH.
Choice Organochem LLP supplies Ethyl paraben to users/customers for Food, Cosmetics, and Pharmaceuticals.
Ethyl paraben Specifications
Food Grade-JECFA
| Test Items | Specifications |
| Appearance | Small, colourless crystals or a white, crystalline powder |
| Assay | NLT 99.0% on the dried basis |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in Ethanol, Ether and Propylene glycol |
| Loss on Drying | NMT 0.5% |
| Sulfated ash | NMT 0.05% |
| Lead | NMT 2 mg/kg |