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Butylparaben Sodium

CAS: 36457-20-2

Overview

Butylparaben Sodium (CAS 36457-20-2 ), also known as Sodium Butylparaben, is the water-soluble sodium salt form of butylparaben used as a broad-spectrum antimicrobial preservative.

Its enhanced solubility compared to the parent ester makes it the preferred form for aqueous-based formulations across personal care, pharmaceutical, and food applications.

In cosmetics and personal care, it protects water-containing formulations such as lotions, shampoos, and liquid cleansers against bacterial and fungal contamination throughout shelf life.

Pharmaceutical manufacturers incorporate it as a preservative in oral suspensions, topical creams, and multi-dose injectable preparations where aqueous compatibility is critical.

Food-grade applications include preservation of beverages, sauces, and other high-moisture products where microbial stability must be maintained without affecting taste or clarity.

It is also used in combination with other parabens or preservative systems to achieve broader antimicrobial coverage at lower individual concentrations for industrial use.

Butylparaben Sodium is supplied as a white crystalline powder or fine granules. It is available in pharmaceutical grades conforming to USP and BP specifications.

Technical and food-grade designations are available depending on the target application. Packaging typically ranges from kilogram-scale bags to bulk quantities for industrial procurement.

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Physical Properties

Melting Point>220°C (dec.)
AppearanceA white powder; hygroscopic.
ColorWhite to Off-White
FormSolid
Log P3.459 (est)

Safety & Handling

Danger GHS05 GHS07 Hazard Statements H302 Harmful if swallowed H318 Causes serious eye damage Precautionary Statements P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P317 Get emergency medical help. P330 Rinse mouth. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations. P264+P265 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P301+P317 Get emergency medical help. P305+P354+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

Other Names

Sodium 4-butoxycarbonylphenolate | Sodium butylparaben

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Chemical Properties

CAS Number
36457-20-2
EC Number
253-049-7
Mol. Weight
216.21

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