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Sigma-Aldrich

Propyl 4-hydroxybenzoate

≥99%

Synonym(s):

4-Hydroxybenzoic acid propyl ester, Propyl paraben

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Linear Formula:
HOC6H4CO2CH2CH2CH3
CAS Number:
94-13-3
Molecular Weight:
180.20
FEMA Number:
2951
Beilstein:
1103245
EC Number:
202-307-7
MDL number:
MFCD00002354
UNSPSC Code:
12164502
PubChem Substance ID:
329830550
NACRES:
NA.21
grade:
Fragrance grade
biological source:
synthetic
food allergen:
no known allergens

biological source

synthetic

grade

Fragrance grade

Agency

follows IFRA guidelines

reg. compliance

EU Regulation 1223/2009

Assay

≥99%

mp

95-98 °C (lit.)

application(s)

flavors and fragrances

Documentation

see Safety & Documentation for available documents

food allergen

no known allergens

Organoleptic

burnt; smoky

SMILES string

CCCOC(=O)c1ccc(O)cc1

InChI

1S/C10H12O3/c1-2-7-13-10(12)8-3-5-9(11)6-4-8/h3-6,11H,2,7H2,1H3

InChI key

QELSKZZBTMNZEB-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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General description

Propyl 4-hydroxybenzoate belongs to a group called parabens, which are commonly used as preservatives in cosmetics, skin care products, food, and beverages. Propyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, in combination with other parabens also shows strong antimicrobial activity against a wide range of micro-organisms.

Hazard Statements

H412

Precautionary Statements

P273 - P501

Hazard Classifications

Aquatic Chronic 3

Storage Class Code

11 - Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 1

Flash Point(F)

356.0 °F

Flash Point(C)

180 °C

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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SHBL9073
MKCG2446
MKBX8759V
MKBV5067V
MKBP7370V

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