Synonym(s)
4-isopropyl-m-cresol; CAS number: 3228-02-2; Isopropycresol
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Isoproypl cresol, the isopropyl derivative of m-cresol (see below cresol), is a cresol derivative which is used in cosmetic formulations. Isoproypl cresol acts as a preservative (inhibits the development of microorganisms in cosmetic products and preserves them).
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