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Is Pentyl Dimethyl PABA vegetarian?

Pentyl Dimethyl PABA

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Pentyl Dimethyl PABA is a synthetic ester of dimethylaminobenzoic acid (PABA) and pentyl alcohol, historically used as a UV filter in sunscreens.

Also known as Benzoic acid, 4-(dimethylamino)-, pentyl ester
INCI name Pentyl Dimethyl PABA
EC number 238-849-6
CosIng ID 58982
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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