Is Methylparaben vegan?

Methylparaben

Vegan

Methylparaben is a synthetic ester of p-hydroxybenzoic acid widely used as a preservative in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food products. It inhibits the growth of moulds, yeasts, and bacteria.

Also known as Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, Methyl parahydroxybenzoate, Nipagin, p-Hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester
E number E218
CAS number 99-76-3
EC number 202-785-7
Last reviewed 22 April 2026

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