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Preservative

SODIUM ISOBUTYLPARABEN

CAS 84930-15-4 Updated
15

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

The sodium salt of isobutylparaben — an EU-banned preservative under Annex II since 2014. Should not appear in any EU-market cosmetic.

Function

ANTIMICROBIAL

Skin benefits

  • Effective broad-spectrum preservative

Known concerns

  • EU Annex II — banned in cosmetics
  • Endocrine-disruption concern
  • Sensitization potential

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.