Australian Approved Name (AAN): Aminobenzoic acid
Common name/s and synonyms: para-Aminobenzoic acid; PABA
Molecular formula: C7H7NO2
Molecular weight: 137.14
Warnings and restrictions: Only for use as an active ingredient in sunscreens.
Only for use in topical medicines for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.
The concentration in the medicine must be no more than 15%.
Allowable purpose of the ingredient: Active
TGA reference: British Pharmacopoeia