METHYLPARABEN
METHYLPARABEN
Methylparaben (INCI: Methylparaben) is a synthetic preservative. It acts as a preservative and fragrance ingredient in cosmetic formulations.
PerfumingPreservativeRestricted useSuspected CMREndocrine disruptor (suspected)Subject to controversy
EU nomenclature
Food additive
E218Preservative
E number assigned in the European nomenclature of food additives (Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008).
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Perfuming — Adds a scent to the product or masks the odour of raw materials.
Preservative — Limits the growth of micro-organisms to preserve the product.
Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Autorisé sous conditions |
| ECHA — plan d’action continu communautaire (CoRAP) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:31 GMT | Cancérogène — suspecté |
| ECHA — plan d’action continu communautaire (CoRAP) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:31 GMT | Mutagène — suspecté |
| ECHA — plan d’action continu communautaire (CoRAP) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:31 GMT | Reprotoxique — suspecté |
| Endocrine Disruptor Lists (autorités UE, edlists.org) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:31 GMT | Perturbateur endocrinien — suspecté |
| Endocrine Disruptor Lists (autorités UE, edlists.org) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:31 GMT | Risque environnemental — suspecté |
| ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59) | Not on the Candidate List (SVHC) |
| European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III) | No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling |
| European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009) | No referenced nanoform |
| European Commission — Annex V (Reg. 1223/2009) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:23 GMT | Authorised preservative (Annex V) — max 0,4% (as acid) for single ester 0,8% (as acid) for mixtures of esters |
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Products
Products containing it
RocKeops, Déodorant Fraîcheur. Lot 2X100ml
RocKeops, Duo Stick, 2 X 40ml
TepeSpray Activateur De Salive, 50ml
AveneCold Cream Crème, 100ml
AveneCold Cream Crème, 40ml
RocKeops Déodorant À Bille Sans Alcool Efficacité 24 H, 30ml
RocKeops, Duo Bille, 2 X 30ml
DucrayKeracnyl Lotion Purifiante, 200ml
RocDémaquillant Yeux Double Action, 125ml
KloraneNutrition Masque à la Mangue Cheveux Secs, 150ml
RocRetinol Correxion Soin Lissant Crème Yeux, 15ml
SaforelleCrème Apaisante, 40ml
Statistics
In Lou’s database
35
products listed
| Most frequent categories | Hydration · Deodorants · Anti-aging · Cleansers & makeup removers · Foot care |
| Most frequent brands | Roc · Curél · Avene · Cicabiafine · Ducray |
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