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n-Pentyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, 98%
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25 g
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
n-Pentyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, is used as an antimicrobial agent in cosmetic products.
Solubility
Insoluble in water. Slightly soluble in chloroform, methanol.
Notes
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from oxidizing agents.
n-Pentyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, is used as an antimicrobial agent in cosmetic products.
Solubility
Insoluble in water. Slightly soluble in chloroform, methanol.
Notes
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from oxidizing agents.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 36°C to 40°C |
Boiling Point | 197°C to 200°C (10 mmHg) |
Quantity | 25 g |
Beilstein | 2722438 |
Synonym | amyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, pentyl p-hydroxybenzoate, pentylparaben, n-pentyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, benzoic acid, 4-hydroxy-, pentyl ester, p-hydroxybenzoic acid pentyl ester, pentyl paraben, unii-sjv2e4c7dm, p-oxybenzoesaurepentylester, amyl4-hydroxybenzoate |
Solubility Information | Insoluble in water. Slightly soluble in chloroform,methanol. |
Formula Weight | 208.26 |
Percent Purity | 98% |
Chemical Name or Material | n-Pentyl 4-hydroxybenzoate |
Safety and Handling
EINECSNumber | 229-408-9 |
RTECSNumber | DH2555000 |
TSCA | No |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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