Description

Propyl Paraben Calcium Salt is a calcium-based salt derivative of propyl paraben, a widely recognized preservative. This compound offers enhanced stability and solubility characteristics compared to its parent acid, making it a valuable ingredient in formulations requiring controlled release and compatibility. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries as an effective antimicrobial agent to extend product shelf life.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Preservative: Used in creams, lotions, shampoos, and deodorants to inhibit microbial growth.
• Pharmaceutical Formulations: Employed as a preservative in topical ointments, creams, and certain liquid preparations.
• Industrial Preservative: Applied in water-based systems, adhesives, and functional fluids to prevent spoilage.
• Food Packaging Materials: Incorporated into coatings and polymers for antimicrobial surface protection (subject to regional regulatory approval).

Basic Information

Product Name	Propyl Paraben Calcium Salt
CAS No.	83542-69-2
Molecular Formula	C20H26CaO6
Molecular Weight	402.50 g/mol
Synonyms	Calcium Propylparaben; Calcium 4-(propoxycarbonyl)phenolate; Calcium Propyl p-Hydroxybenzoate; Propylparaben Calcium Salt; Heptanoic acid, 4-hydroxy-, propyl ester, calcium salt; NSC 406914; Calcium Dipropyl Paraben
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Quality Control

Our Propyl Paraben Calcium Salt is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Calcium Content	9.5 - 10.5 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.