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Heptyl 4-hydroxybenzoate
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Heptyl 4-hydroxybenzoate is a chemical compound primarily utilized as a preservative in cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations. This product is identified by CAS number 1085-12-7 and carries no signal word under current safety classifications. Molekula supplies Heptyl 4-hydroxybenzoate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 90035027
- CAS Number
- 1085-12-7
- IUPAC Name
- heptyl 4-hydroxybenzoate
- EC Number
- 214-115-0
- Exact Mass
- 236.1412
- SMILES
- CCCCCCCOC(=O)C1=CC=C(C=C1)O
- InChIKey
- ZTJORNVITHUQJA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C14H20O3/c1-2-3-4-5-6-11-17-14(16)12-7-9-13(15)10-8-12/h7-10,15H,2-6,11H2,1H3
- PubChem CID
- 14138
Synonyms
- Benzoic acid, 4-hydroxy-, heptyl ester
- BENZOIC ACID, p-HYDROXY-, HEPTYL ESTER
- Heptyl p-hydroxybenzoate
- Heptylparaben
- n-Heptyl 4-hydroxybenzoate
- n-Heptyl p-hydroxybenzoate
- Nipaheptyl
- p-Hydroxybenzoic acid heptyl ester
- p-Oxybenzoesaureheptylester
- Staypro WS 7
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
- Melting Point
- 49 - 51 °C
Source: PubChem CID 14138 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))
Frequently asked questions
What is Heptyl 4-hydroxybenzoate used for?
Heptyl 4-hydroxybenzoate is primarily used as a preservative in cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations due to its antimicrobial properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Heptyl 4-hydroxybenzoate?
The chemical formula is C14H20O3 and the molecular weight is 236.31 g/mol.
How should Heptyl 4-hydroxybenzoate be stored?
It should be stored in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container, away from direct light and incompatible substances.
What grade of Heptyl 4-hydroxybenzoate is available?
Please contact our sales team to confirm the current available grade and specifications for this product.
Can Molekula supply Heptyl 4-hydroxybenzoate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply this product in various quantities, from laboratory scale to bulk industrial volumes.
What documentation comes with the order?
All orders are supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.