Propylparaben; propyl 4-hydroxybenzoate

100 - 1000 tonnes per annum

Yes, it has been found in rivers, and in effluents from sewage treatment plants.

Preservative, polymerization activators and retardants, anti-microbial, anti-fermentation additives and tabletting lubricant for pharmaceuticals. Corrosion inhibitor, additive in antifreeze coolants in waterborne systems, as a nucleating agents for polyolefin, as a dye intermediate, as a stabilizer in photographic processing, catalyst. 

PC 28: Perfumes, fragrances
PC 29: Pharmaceuticals
PC 39: Cosmetics, personal care products

ERC 2: Formulation of preparations
ERC 8a: Wide dispersive indoor use of processing aids in open systems

PROC 14: Production of preparations or articles by tabletting, compression, extrusion, pelletisation
PROC 15: Use as laboratory reagent
PROC 1: Use in closed process, no likelihood of exposure
PROC 2: Use in closed, continuous  process with occasional controlled exposure
PROC 3: Use in closed batch process (synthesis or formulation)
PROC 4: Use in batch and other process (synthesis) where opportunity for exposure arises
PROC 5: Mixing or blending in batch processes for formulation of preparations and articles (multistage and/or significant contact)
PROC 8a: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/discharging) from/to vessels/large containers at non-dedicated facilities
PROC 8b: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/discharging) from/to vessels/large containers at dedicated facilities
PROC 9: Transfer of substance or preparation into small containers (dedicated filling line, including weighing)