{"product_id":"methyl-paraben","title":"Methyl Paraben - Preservative \u0026 Stability Ingredient","description":"\u003ch1\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePreservative for Cosmetic \u0026amp; Personal Care Formulations\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethyl Paraben\u003c\/strong\u003e is an antimicrobial preservative used in cosmetic and personal-care formulations to help protect products from \u003cstrong\u003emicrobial spoilage, particularly yeasts and moulds\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is commonly used in creams, lotions, shampoos, conditioners and other formulations, either alone or with complementary preservatives such as Propyl Paraben.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreams • Lotions • Conditioners • Shampoos • Gels • Personal Care Products • Cosmetic Formulations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/4923\/8457\/files\/PRES-MEPB-INF_27337396-56b1-4c1a-8bfd-36d6bace2266.png?v=1787293560\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhite to off-white \u003cstrong\u003ecrystalline powder or crystals\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOdour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOdourless to very faint characteristic odour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlightly soluble in water.\u003c\/strong\u003e Solubility increases in suitable solvents and with appropriate processing. Incorporation method should be selected according to the complete formulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShelf Life:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypically \u003cstrong\u003e24–36 months or longer\u003c\/strong\u003e when stored correctly, depending on manufacturer specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCosmetic preservative • Antimicrobial ingredient\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINCI Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Methylparaben\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eKey Benefits\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreservative\u003c\/strong\u003e – Helps protect formulations from microbial spoilage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYeast \u0026amp; Mould Control\u003c\/strong\u003e – Provides useful antifungal protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffective at Low Levels\u003c\/strong\u003e – Works at relatively low concentrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreservative System Support\u003c\/strong\u003e – Combines well with suitable complementary preservatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile\u003c\/strong\u003e – Suitable for various cosmetic and personal-care formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSafety Information\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor cosmetic and formulation use only.\u003cbr\u003eAvoid contact with eyes and inhalation of powder.\u003cbr\u003eUse gloves and safety glasses during bulk handling.\u003cbr\u003eUse only within recommended and applicable regulatory limits.\u003cbr\u003eStore tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eFAQs\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Methyl Paraben?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMethyl Paraben (Methylparaben) is an antimicrobial preservative used in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Methyl Paraben used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt helps protect formulations such as \u003cstrong\u003ecreams, lotions, shampoos, conditioners and gels\u003c\/strong\u003e from microbial spoilage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Methyl Paraben a preservative?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Preservation is its primary function in cosmetic formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Methyl Paraben protect against mold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Parabens have useful activity against \u003cstrong\u003eyeasts and molds\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is one reason they are commonly used in preservative systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Methyl Paraben protect against bacteria?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has antibacterial activity as well, but its antimicrobial spectrum is not equally strong against all microorganisms. 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