Propyl Paraben Plain/Nipasol Plain (Water Insoluble)

DESCRIPTION- This highly efficacious preservative which has been around for hundreds of years is sourced from para-hydroxybenzoic acid (PHBA) that occurs naturally in many fruits and vegetables. It marks its use in personal care, cosmetics, pharmaceutical, and food industries.

 INCI Name- Propylparaben

 Molecular Formula- C₁₀H₁₂O₃

 Alternate Names- Propyl 4-Hydroxybenzoate, 4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid Propyl Ester, Nipasol

Country of Origin- India

BENEFITS AND USES-

• Its anti-microbial and anti-fungal action forfends the proliferation of bacteria in your products like creams, lotions, shampoos, packed food items, makeup items, etc.
• It ensures that your products do not get contaminated by constant humidity or dirt.
• Prolongs the shelf life of products to which it is added.
• Your packaged food items contain this to prevent them from going stale.
• Reduces the possibility of infections that can be caused due to unintentional consumption of molded food products.
• Non-toxic, non-sensitizing, and non-irritating to the skin.

 HOW IT WORKS-

• It kills the bacteria in water-based solutions and controls the growth of microbes in cosmetics.
• It acts as an antifungal agent in food items.

 CONCENTRATION AND SOLUBILITY- 

• Its recommended concentration for use is 0.02%-0.06%.
• Propyl paraben sodium is soluble in water while Propyl Paraben Plain is insoluble in water.

 HOW TO USE-

• Premix our propylparaben with other preservatives
• Add the mix to the heated water phase at a temperature of 95^o
• Cooldown the mix to 40^o
• Blend the oil phase in the water phase until an emulsion is formed.
• Add the other ingredients and stir.