Is Hexamidine Paraben vegetarian?
Hexamidine Paraben
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Hexamidine Paraben is a synthetic salt formed from hexamidine and p-hydroxybenzoic acid (paraben), used in cosmetics for its antimicrobial and preservative properties.
| Also known as | p-Hydroxybenzoic acid, compound with p,p'-[hexane-1,6-diylbis(oxy)]bis(benzamidine) (1:1) |
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| INCI name | Hexamidine Paraben |
| CAS number | 93841-83-9 |
| CosIng ID | 34261 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
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