Synonym(s)
Propanoic acid, salt; Propionic acid sodium salt
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"Sodium..." refers to the element sodium, "propionate" salts/esters of propionic acid. Sodium propionate is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as a preservative (inhibits the growth of microorganisms).
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The framework conditions for preservatives which may be used in cosmetics are defined in the EC Cosmetics Regulation - 1223/2009 - Annex V).
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- The Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food Safety (BVL) Manage risks - protect consumers: https://www.bvl.bund.de/DE/03_Verbraucherprodukte/03_AntragstellerUnternehmen/02_Kosmetik/04_Inhaltsstoffe/bgs_fuerAntragsteller_kosmetik_gesetzlicheRegelung_inhaltsstoffe_node.html
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer