SODIUM METHYL PARABEN

Chemical Name: Sodium 4-hydroxybenzoate methyl ester

• • CAS Number: 5026-62-0

• • Molecular Formula: C8H7NaO3

• • Molecular Weight: 174.13 g/mol

• • Appearance: White crystalline powder

• • Solubility: Freely soluble in water, slightly soluble in alcohol

• • Mechanism of Action: The sodium salt of methylparaben, it functions similarly by disrupting microbial cell membranes.

• • Key Features and Benefits:
    • • Increased water solubility compared to methylparaben
    • • Easier to incorporate into aqueous formulations
    • • Commonly used in liquid products like shampoos and shower gels
  • Applications:
    • • Pharmaceutical formulations: Preservative in oral and topical medications
      • Cosmetics and personal care products: Preservative in liquid formulations, such as shampoos, conditioners, and body washes
• Regulatory Status: Approved for use as a preservative in various countries.

Important Note: As with all parabens, sodium methylparaben should be used at appropriate concentrations and may cause allergic reactions in susceptible individuals.