Butylparaben
（重定向自Butyl parahydroxybenzoate）
Butylparaben, or butyl paraben, is an organic compound with the formula C
4H
9O
2CC
6H
4OH. 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.