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CoSept™ B

INCI Name: BUTYLPARABEN (BUTYLPARABEN NF)
Product Code: 0347
CAS #: 94-26-8
EINECS: 202-318-7
Brand: CoSept™

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More than the other parabens, CoSept™ B provides strong antimicrobial action against fungi and yeast. It is used as a co-preservative with other CoSepts in order to increase the spectrum of activity. CoSept™ B is the least water-soluble of the parabens with global approval as cosmetic biocides. Like the other parabens, it is only effective at acidic pH. Usage levels range from 0.001 to 0.2%.

CoSept™ B complies with the following regulations for Butylparaben based on the ICH harmonization: USP/NF, BP, EP, and JP.

Features & Benefits:

  • Fungicidal Agent
Appearance White Crystalline Powder
Assay / Active Content (%) 98.0 - 102.0
Melting Range (°C) 68 - 71
Residue on Ignition (%) 0.1 Maximum
IR Identification Meets NF Requirement
Color of Solution Meets NF Requirement
Acidity Meets NF Requirement
Residual Solvents 0.5% Maximum as Loss on Drying
Related Substances Meets NF Requirement
Insoluble In
  • Glycerin
  • Water
Soluble In
  • Acetone
  • Alcohol [Ethanol]
  • Ether
  • Propylene Glycol
Toxicology Profile
  • CIR Expert Panel: The CIR Expert Panel found Butylparaben to be safe at up to 5% in present practices of use.
  • CIR Expert Panel: See J. Amer. Coll. Toxicol. (JACT) 3(5): 147-209 (1984) for more information.
Packaging
  • Carton - 25kgs

Regional Approvals:

  • US

Applications:

  • After Sun Skin Care
  • Beach Wear Sun Care
  • Daily Wear Sun Care
  • Eye Area Color Cosmetics
  • Facial Cleansers
  • Facial Color Cosmetics
  • Facial Skin Care
  • Foot Care
  • Hair Conditioners
  • Hand & Body Care
  • Nail Care
  • Self-Tanners
  • Shaving Products
  • Styling Aids

Safety Data Sheets

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