What is "butylparaben"

n. A paraben, the butyl ester of p-hydroxybenzoic acid, used as an antifungal preservative in cosmetics.

Butylparaben, or butyl paraben, is an organic compound with the formula . It is a white solid that is soluble in organic solvents. It has proven to be a highly successful antimicrobial preservative in cosmetics. It is also used in medication suspensions, and as a flavoring additive in food.