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Isobutylparaben

Safety Flags
Safety Notes

Consumers should be aware that it is a paraben, a class of preservatives that has raised concerns due to its potential as an endocrine disruptor and its ability to mimic estrogen.

Function & Common Use

Function

Antimicrobial preservative

Category

Antimicrobial preservative

Common In

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Origin

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Isobutylparaben safe to use in skincare?

Isobutylparaben has a High concern rating. Consumers should be aware that it is a paraben, a class of preservatives that has raised concerns due to its potential as an endocrine disruptor and its ability to mimic estrogen.

Is Isobutylparaben allowed in India?

Isobutylparaben is currently classified as "not specified" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Isobutylparaben used for in cosmetics?

Isobutylparaben functions as: Antimicrobial preservative. It is commonly found in: various cosmetic formulations.

TCS Assessment
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Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Not specified
EU
Not specified
US FDA
Not specified
Korea (MFDS)
Not specified

Identifiers

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