PROPYLPARABEN
PROPYLPARABEN
Propylparaben is a synthetic preservative whose role is to prevent microbial proliferation in cosmetic formulations. It is also used as a fragrance ingredient. It is a chemically synthesized ingredient.
PerfumingPreservativeRestricted useEndocrine disruptor (suspected)
EU nomenclature
Food additive
E216
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 |
| Endocrine Disruptor Lists (autorités UE, edlists.org) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:31 GMT | Perturbateur endocrinien — suspecté |
| ECHA — plan d’action continu communautaire (CoRAP) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:31 GMT | Risque environnemental — confirmé |
| CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008) | No CMR classification |
| 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 - 0,14% (as acid) for the sum of the individual concentrations - 0,8% (as acid) for mixtures of substances mentioned in entry 12 and 12a, here the sum of the individual concentrations of butyl and propylparaben and their salts does not exceed 0,14% — For leave-on products designed for children under three years of age: "Do not use on the nappy area" — Not to be used in leave-on products designed for application on the nappy area of children under three years of age. |
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Products
Products containing it
PolidentFixation Forte Crème Adhésive Pour Prothèse Dentaire, 40g
MucogyneGel Intime Non Hormonal, 8 Unidoses
NeutrogenaT/Gel® Fort Shampoing Démangeaisons Intenses, 250ml
SaugellaGel Lubrifiant 50ml
Phytosun AromsKid Sirop Toux, 120ml
RocKeops, Déodorant Fraîcheur. Lot 2X100ml
RocKeops, Duo Stick, 2 X 40ml
RocKeops Déodorant À Bille Sans Alcool Efficacité 24 H, 30ml
RocKeops, Duo Bille, 2 X 30ml
UriageBariésun Brume Fraîche Apaisante Après Soleil, 150ml
SaforelleCrème Apaisante, 40ml
BiodermaNodé Shampoing Fluide, 200ml
Statistics
In Lou’s database
24
products listed
| Most frequent categories | Anti-aging · Deodorants · Foot care · Intimate wash · After-sun |
| Most frequent brands | Roc · Cicabiafine · Asepta · Bioderma · Ducray |
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