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Is Dimethyl Hydroxymethyl Pyrazole vegetarian?

Dimethyl Hydroxymethyl Pyrazole

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Dimethyl Hydroxymethyl Pyrazole (3,5-dimethyl-1H-pyrazole-1-methanol) is a heterocyclic organic compound used in cosmetics as a preservative and antimicrobial agent. It functions by slowly releasing formaldehyde and is subject to regulatory restrictions in cosmetic products.

Also known as 3,5-Dimethyl-1H-pyrazole-1-methanol, DMDM pyrazole
INCI name Dimethyl Hydroxymethyl Pyrazole
EC number 286-553-0
CosIng ID 33470
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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