Synonym:
p-Hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester,
Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate,
Methyl paraben,
NIPAGIN
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CAS Number 99-76-3
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Linear Formula HOC6H4CO2CH3
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Molecular Weight 152.15
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Beilstein Registry Number 509801
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E Number E218
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EC Number 202-785-7
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MDL number MFCD00002352
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PubChem Substance ID 24871585
Properties:
Related Categories |
Analytical Standards,
Analytical/Chromatography,
Antioxidants & Preservatives,
E numbers (Food Additives),
E200–E299 (preservatives),
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grade
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analytical standard
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InChI Key
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LXCFILQKKLGQFO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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form
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neat
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packaging
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ampule of 1000 mg
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application(s)
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HPLC: suitable
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gas chromatography (GC): suitable
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mp
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125-128 °C(lit.)
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format
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neat
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storage temp.
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room temp
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Gene Information
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rat ... Ar(24208)
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Description:
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
are available for this Product.
Application
Methyl paraben was used a preservative standard in commercial food products, during an experimental investigation, done to study the application of microemulsion electrokinetic chromatography (MEEKC), in detecting food preservatives.
Refer to the product′s Certificate of Analysis for more information on a suitable instrument technique. Contact Technical Service for further support.
General description
Methyl paraben is basically a methyl ester of p-hydroxybenzoic acid. It is non-toxic, and non-carcinogenic in nature. It is a stable, non-volatile compound and finds application as an anti-microbial preservative in foods, drugs and cosmetics. It is readily absorbed through the skin and gastrointestinal tract. Upon hydrolyzation, it is hydrolyzed to p-hydroxybenzoic acid, and the conjugates formed get rapidly excreted in the urine.
Safety:
Precautionary statements
P273
Personal Protective Equipment
dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves
RIDADR
NONH for all modes of transport