Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, 99%

Description

CAS: 99-76-3 | C₈H₈O₃ | 152.15 g/mol

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Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 99-76-3
• Molecular Formula: C₈H₈O₃
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 152.15
• MDL Number: MFCD00002352
• InChI Key: LXCFILQKKLGQFO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: methylparaben, methyl paraben, methyl p-hydroxybenzoate, nipagin, methyl parahydroxybenzoate, maseptol, p-hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester, 4-hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester, p-carbomethoxyphenol, tegosept m
• PubChem CID: 7456
• ChEBI: CHEBI:31835
• IUPAC Name: methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate
• SMILES: COC(=O)C1=CC=C(C=C1)O

• Melting Point: 125.0°C to 128.0°C
• Color: White
• Boiling Point: 298.6°C
• Ignition Residue: 0.1% max.
• Infrared Spectrum: Authentic
• Assay Percent Range: 99%
• Packaging: Plastic bottle
• Linear Formula: HOC₆H₄CO₂CH₃
• Quantity: 100 g
• Beilstein: 10,158
• Merck Index: 15,618
• Solubility Information: Solubility in water: 0.25% (25°C). Other solubilities: freely soluble in alcohol,acetone and ether,slightly soluble in benzene and ccl4
• Formula Weight: 152.15
• Percent Purity: 99%
• Physical Form: Crystalline Powder
• Chemical Name or Material: Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, 99%

Safety and Handling

Hazard Statement	GHS H Statement Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary Statement	GHS P Statement: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. WARNING: The information provided on this web site was developed in compliance with European Union (EU) regulations and is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guide for safe handling and use. It is not to be considered as either a warranty or quality specification.
EINECSNumber	202-785-7
RTECSNumber	DH2450000
TSCA	TSCA

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only