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54752

Sigma-Aldrich

Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate

tested according to Ph. Eur.

Synonym(s):

Methylis parahydroxybenzoas, p-Hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester, Methyl paraben, NIPAGIN

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Linear Formula:
HOC6H4CO2CH3
CAS Number:
99-76-3
Molecular Weight:
152.15
Beilstein:
509801
EC Number:
202-785-7
MDL number:
MFCD00002352
UNSPSC Code:
51452201
PubChem Substance ID:
329758052
NACRES:
NA.25

Agency

USP/NF
tested according to Ph. Eur.

Assay

99.7%

form

solid

mp

125-128 °C (lit.)

application(s)

pharmaceutical (small molecule)

SMILES string

COC(=O)c1ccc(O)cc1

InChI

1S/C8H8O3/c1-11-8(10)6-2-4-7(9)5-3-6/h2-5,9H,1H3

InChI key

LXCFILQKKLGQFO-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Gene Information

rat ... Ar(24208)

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Application


  • Single crystal, Hirshfeld surface and theoretical analysis of methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, a common cosmetic, drug and food preservative-Experiment versus theory.: This research provides a detailed analysis of the crystal structure of Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, offering insights into its stability and effectiveness as a preservative in various applications, including cosmetics and pharmaceuticals (Sharfalddin et al., 2020).

  • Photostabilization of papaverine hydrochloride solutions.: This article explores the role of Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate in enhancing the photostability of papaverine hydrochloride solutions, crucial for maintaining the efficacy of this pharmaceutical under exposure to light (Piotrowska et al., 2010).

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Environment
GHS09

Hazard Statements

H411

Precautionary Statements

P273 - P391 - P501

Hazard Classifications

Aquatic Chronic 2

Storage Class Code

11 - Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 1

Flash Point(F)

334.4 °F

Flash Point(C)

168 °C

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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PRTR

Class II Designated Chemical Substances

JAN Code

54752-1KG-F:
54752-VAR-F:
54752-BULK-F:

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BCCJ8350
BCCH8766
BCCG9417
BCCG0009
BCCD4162

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