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Is Butylparaben vegan?

Butylparaben

Vegan

Butylparaben is a synthetic ester of butyl alcohol and para-hydroxybenzoic acid, widely used as an antimicrobial preservative in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food products.

Also known as Butyl 4-Hydroxybenzoate
INCI name Butylparaben
CAS number 94-26-8
EC number 202-318-7
CosIng ID 31734
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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