Application
Parabens are esters formed by p-hydroxybenzoic acid and an alcohol. They are largely used as biocides in cosmetics and toiletries, medicaments, or food. They have synergistic power with other biocides. Parabens can induce allergic contact dermatitis, mainly in chronic dermatitis and wounded skin.
Synonyms
p-Hydroxybenzoic acid ethyl ester sodium salt;SODIUM ETHYL-P-HYDROXYBENZOATE;SODIUM ETHYL 4-HYDROXYBENZOATE;sodium 4-ethoxycarbonylphenoxide;benzoicacid,4-hydroxy-,ethylester,sodiumsalt;Benzoicacid,p-hydroxy-,ethylester,sodiumderiv.;ETHYL-P-HYDROXYBENZOATE SODIUM SALT;ETHYL-4-HYDROXYBENZOIC ACID SODIUM SALT