Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate (Methyl paraben) [99-76-3]
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Methyl 4-Hydroxybenzoate (Methyl Paraben) [99-76-3] is an established chemical intermediate, featuring a molecular formula of C8H8O3 and a molecular weight of 152.15 g/mol. It exhibits a Boiling Point of 270.5 °C (decomposes), while its associated hydroxybenzoic acid derivative has a Melting Point ranging between 213 °C and 217 °C following a two-hour drying period at 80 °C. This compound falls under the GHS signal word of Warning due to potential skin irritation, narcotic effects, and harmfulness to aquatic life.
- CAS Number: 99-76-3
- Exact Mass: 152.047344113
- Molecular Formula: C8H8O3
- Melting Point: ofp-hydroxybenzoic acid derived from the sample is 213 °C to 217 °C after drying for two hours at 80 °C
- GHS Signal Word: Warning
- Boiling Point: 270.5 °C — decomposes
- Molecular Weight: 152.15
- Hazard Statements:
- H315: Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
- H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Narcotic effects]
- H402: Harmful to aquatic life [Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard]
| Name | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| CAS | : | 99-76-3 |
| Appearance | : | White powder |
| Categories | : | Aroma Chemicals Building Blocks Flavours and Fragrance Materials |
| Solubility | : | Very slightly soluble in water, freely in alcohol and methanol |
| Product Code | : | 14385952 |
| Product Name | : | Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate (Methyl paraben) |
| Sulfated ash | : | ≤ 0.05% |
| Melting Point | : | 125 - 128°C |
| Identification | : | Conforms to reference |
| Loss on Drying | : | ≤ 0.5% |
| Storage Details | : | Ambient |
| Molecular Weight | : | 152.15 |
| Molecular Formula | : | HOC6H4CO2CH3 |
| Assay (on dried basis) | : | ≥99.0% |
| Harmonised Tariff Code | : | 2918290060 |
