Propylparaben
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This article is about this particular
compound. For the class of hydroxybenzoate esters, including
discussion on possible health effects, see paraben.
| Propylparaben | |
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| File:Propylparaben.svg | |
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propyl
4-hydroxybenzoate
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| Identifiers | |
| CAS number | 94-13-3 File:Yes check.svg |
| PubChem | 7175 |
| SMILES |
CCCOC(=O)C1=CC=C(C=C1)O
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| Properties | |
| Molecular formula | C10H12O3 |
| Molar mass | 180.2 g/mol |
| Related compounds | |
| Related compounds | Paraben Butylparaben Ethylparaben Methylparaben |
| Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) | |
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Propylparaben, the propyl ester of p-hydroxybenzoic acid, occurs as a natural substance found in many plants and some insects, although it is manufactured synthetically for use in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and foods. It is a preservative typically found in many water-based cosmetics, such as creams, lotions, shampoos and bath products.
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