PEL-STAT G221 preservative is a blend featuring dehyroacetic acid as the primary active ingredient. This product has been designed to replace parabens and other paraben-containing blends in personal care and cosmetic formulations. It offers higher efficacy at lower cost in use. The ingredients in PEL-STAT G221 have global approval for virtually every personal care and cosmetic application. It is more effective against bacteria than methylparaben on a pound for pound basis. It is also as effective as methylparaben & propylparaben against fungi on a cost basis.