Methyl Paraben

CAS# 99-76-3

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Property

  • Appearance
  • Identification
  • Clarity of Solution
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  • Melting Point Range
  • Related Substances
  • Acidity
  • Residue after Ignition

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Specification

  • White, odorless crystalline powder
  • Conforms
  • Pass
  • 98.0 –102.0
  • 125.0 –128.0
  • Conforms (0.5)
  • Pass
  • 0.1 maximum

Application

Methyl Paraben is a common antimicrobial and preservative used in a wide variety of foods and personal care products.

Grades Available

NF

Packaging

ChemCeed offers this product packaged in 25 kg bags and carton quantities. Please inquire about custom packaging.

Synonyms

Methyl parahydroxybenzoate, Methyl-4-Hydroxybenzoate; Methyl p-Hydroxybenzoate

Molecular Formula

C8H8O3

Market Segment

Cosmetics & Personal Care, Food & Beverage, Pharmaceuticals

Product Uses

Bar Soap, Bath Oils, Biocides, Body Oils, Conditioners, Eye Creams, Food Additive, Foundations, Hair Care, Mascara, Ointments, Preservative, Shampoo, Sunscreens