Methylparaben, one of the parabens, is a preservative with the chemical formula CH3(C6H4(OH)COO).
CAS No. :
99-76-3EINECS :
202-785-7Package :
25kg/drumBrand :
TOPINCHEM®Origin :
CHINAFormula :
C8H8O3Minimum Order :
500KGItem :
Methyl ParabenTop Quality Methyl Paraben CAS 99-76-3
Description
Preservative methylparaben crystal is a 4-hydroxybenzoate ester resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of 4-hydroxybenzoic acid with methanol. It is the most frequently used antimicrobial preservative in cosmetics. It occurs naturally in several fruits, particularly in blueberries. It has a role as a plant metabolite, an antimicrobial food preservative, a neuroprotective agent and an antifungal agent.
Specification
Item | Standard |
Appearance | white crystal |
Purity (in dry basis), % | 98-102 |
Melting point, ºC | 125-128 |
Loss on drying, % | ≤0.5 |
Residue on ignition, % | ≤0.1 |
Acidity | up to standard |
4-Hydroxybenzoic acid and salicylic acid | up to standard |
Application
1.Food grade methyl paraben is a organic compound widely used as additive in food production. As a antioxidants, paraben can be used in a wide variety of industries including: food production, beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, agriculture/animal feed, and various other industries.
2.In the pharmaceutical industry, it is used as an antiseptic and bactericide for pharmaceuticals, and also used in organic synthesis and as a preservative for food, spices, and films.