Potassium 4-hydroxybenzoate, also known as Potassium Paraben, is a paraben compound used as a preservative in cosmetics and food. Its safety in cosmetic formulations has been evaluated by the CIR Expert Panel, which concluded it is safe when the total paraben concentration does not exceed 0.
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Propylparaben sodium
preservative in cosmetics and food
Pantethine
dietary supplement and cosmetic ingredient
Creatine hydrochloride
creatine hydrochloride dietary supplement
Betaine monohydrate
osmoprotectant and feed additive
Gamma cyclodextrin
carrier, flavor modifier, and stabilizer for foods
4-hydroxybenzoic acid
intermediate for food preservatives
4-Hydroxy(²H₄)benzoic acid
research compound
The international HS code for Potassium 4-hydroxybenzoate (CAS 16782-08-4) is 2918.29.
2918.29
2918 29 00
Classification per the EU customs inventory ECICS (2026-07 snapshot, HS 2022). National tariff lines and product form can affect the final classification.
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