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Medium Concern

Propyl Paraben

Safety Flags
Safety Notes

Consumers should be aware that while regulatory bodies often deem it safe at approved concentrations, there are ongoing scientific debates and concerns regarding its potential as an endocrine disruptor and possible links to reproductive health issues and breast cancer.

Function & Common Use

Function

Antimicrobial preservative

Category

Antimicrobial preservative

Common In

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Origin

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Propyl Paraben safe to use in skincare?

Propyl Paraben has a Medium concern rating. Consumers should be aware that while regulatory bodies often deem it safe at approved concentrations, there are ongoing scientific debates and concerns regarding its potential as an endocrine disruptor and possible links to reproductive health issues and breast cancer.

Is Propyl Paraben allowed in India?

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

What is Propyl Paraben used for in cosmetics?

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

TCS Assessment
Medium Concern
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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