Butylparaben, orButyl Paraben, is a member of the paraben family, which has the formula C4H9(C6H4(OH)COO). It is used as an antimicrobial preservative in cosmetics such as eye shadow, foundation, sunscreen, facial moisturizer and skin anti-aging treatment.It is also used in medication suspensions, and as a flavoring additive in food.Butylparaben and the paraben family have come to public attention recently, due to a study reporting low concentrations of parabens in breast tumors, around 20.6±4.2 ng/g tissue,However, parabens have not been proven to cause breast cancer.Estimates by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition have found that the average person is exposed to about 37 ng of butylparaben per day.
hysical and Chemical Properties: White crystalline with special smell and easily dissolved in alcohol, ether, chloroform, but difficult dissolved in water. Its tastes astringent.
Usage: Mainly used as intermediates of organic synthesis as well as antiseptics for foodstuff, medicine, cosmetics and films.
| ITEM | SPECIFICATIONS |
| Preperty: | White crystalline powder |
| Content %: | >=99.0 |
| Melting Point °C: | 67-72 |
| Loss in dry,% | =
FAQ
1, What kinds of certificates can you offer?
Chems is an ISO2008 9001 certified company, as for Butyl Paraben, we can offer HAPPC, KOSHER, HALAL Certificates, ect.
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