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Formula |
CAS |
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C9H10O3 |
120-47-8 |
CAS: Chemical Abstract Service Registry Number
Background
Ethyl-4-hydroxybenzoate (ethyl paraben) along with the other esters of p-hydroxybenzoate (parabens) are the most widely used preservatives in food, drugs, and cosmetics.
Synonyms
Ethyl-4-hydroxybenzoate
Ethyl-p-hydroxybenzoate
Ethylparaben
4-Hydroxybenzoic acid ethyl ester
Nipagin A
Ethyl Parasept
Solbrol A
Uses
Cosmetics
Food (salad dressings, mayonnaise, spiced sauces, mustard, frozen dairy
products, baked products)
Pharmaceuticals
Cross-Reactions
Unusual Reactions
References
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Adams, R.M. and H.I. Maibach, A five-year study of cosmetic reactions. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1985. 13(6): p. 1062-9. |
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2. |
Menne, T. and N. Hjorth, Routine patch testing with paraben esters. Contact Dermatitis, 1988. 19(3): p. 189-91. |
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3. |
Seidenari, S., et al., Patch and prick test study of 593 healthy subjects. Contact Dermatitis, 1990. 23(3): p. 162-7. |
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4. |
Perrenoud, D., et al., Frequency of sensitization to 13 common preservatives in Switzerland. Swiss Contact Dermatitis Research Group. Contact Dermatitis, 1994. 30(5): p. 276-9. |
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5. |
Rastogi, S.C., et al., Contents of methyl-, ethyl-, propyl-, butyl- and benzylparaben in cosmetic products. Contact Dermatitis, 1995. 32(1): p. 28-30. |
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