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Preservative

CALCIUM PROPIONATE

CAS 4075-81-4 Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A calcium salt of propionic acid used as a gentle preservative against mould and yeast. Long history as a food preservative (E282); very low toxicity at cosmetic levels.

Function

PRESERVATIVE

Skin benefits

  • Mild preservative against mould and yeast
  • Used in food and cosmetic preservation
  • Calcium and propionic acid building blocks

Known concerns

  • Rare contact sensitisation reports

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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