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Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, 99%
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Description
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Suitable for battery materials development.
Applications
Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate is used as an anti-fungal agent. It is also used as a preservative in foods, beverages and cosmetics. It acts as an inhibitor of growth of molds and to lesser extent bacteria and as a vehicle for ophthalmic solution.
Solubility
Slightly soluble in water.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.
Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate is used as an anti-fungal agent. It is also used as a preservative in foods, beverages and cosmetics. It acts as an inhibitor of growth of molds and to lesser extent bacteria and as a vehicle for ophthalmic solution.
Solubility
Slightly soluble in water.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 125°C to 128°C |
pH | 5.8 |
Boiling Point | ∼280°C (decomposition) |
Odor | Odorless |
Quantity | 5000 g |
Beilstein | 509801 |
Merck Index | 14,6107 |
Solubility Information | Slightly soluble in water. |
Formula Weight | 152.15 |
Percent Purity | 99% |
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Safety and Handling
EINECSNumber | 202-785-7 |
RTECSNumber | DH2450000 |
TSCA | Yes |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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