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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:
Molecular Weight:
152.15
Beilstein:
509801
EC Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
51452201
PubChem Substance ID:
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

Hazard Statements

Precautionary Statements

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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Ismail I Hewala et al.
Talanta, 88, 623-630 (2012-01-24)
Simple methods for HPTLC peak purity assessment and identification of the HPTLC peaks were presented. The spectrodensitograms - selected at different time intervals across the elution time of the HPTLC peak - were extracted and digital algorithms for manipulating the
Gabriela Oliveira et al.
International journal of pharmaceutics, 435(1), 38-49 (2012-05-29)
Simple topical formulations which include volatile components, such as gels or sprays, are appealing from a cosmetic perspective. However, complex formulation effects may result from the use of volatile excipients in topical formulations, particularly when applied at clinically relevant doses
Kyung-Jin Min et al.
Aging cell, 7(2), 199-206 (2008-01-29)
Reduced insulin/insulin-like growth factor (IGF) signaling may be a natural way for the reduction of dietary nutrients to extend lifespan. While evidence challenging this hypothesis is accumulating with Caenorhabditis elegans, for Drosophila melanogaster it is still thought that insulin/IGF and
K Kannathasan et al.
Acta tropica, 120(1-2), 115-118 (2011-07-19)
The vector-borne diseases caused by mosquitoes are one of the major health problems in many countries especially in tropical and sub-tropical countries. The resistance of mosquitoes to synthetic chemicals and environmental toxicity created by the chemicals raised the demand for
M G Soni et al.
Food and chemical toxicology : an international journal published for the British Industrial Biological Research Association, 40(10), 1335-1373 (2002-10-22)
Methyl paraben (CAS No. 99-76-3) is a methyl ester of p-hydroxybenzoic acid. It is a stable, non-volatile compound used as an antimicrobial preservative in foods, drugs and cosmetics for over 50 years. Methyl paraben is readily and completely absorbed through

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