Isopropylparaben is a widely used ingredient in cosmetics, personal care, and skincare formulations. Depending on its function, it may serve as a moisturizer, preservative, emulsifier, or active ingredient to enhance the overall effectiveness and performance of a product.
Isopropylparaben is a paraben.
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Preferred IUPAC name
Propan-2-yl 4-hydroxybenzoate | |
Other names
Isopropyl 4-hydroxybenzoate; Isopropyl p-hydroxybenzoate
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.021.882 |
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Properties | |
C10H12O3 | |
Molar mass | 180.203 g·mol−1 |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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