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Synonym(s):
4-Hydroxybenzoic acid
Linear Formula:
4-(OH)C6H4COOH
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
138.12
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352106
EC Index Number:
202-804-9
NACRES:
NA.22
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Quality Level
Assay
≥98.0% (HPLC)
autoignition temp.
>250 °C
potency
>5000 mg/kg LD50, oral (Rat)
pH
3.3 (20 °C, 1 g/L in H2O)
mp
213-216 °C
solubility
5 g/L
bulk density
600 kg/m3
storage temp.
2-30°C
InChI
1S/C7H6O3/c8-6-3-1-5(2-4-6)7(9)10/h1-4,8H,(H,9,10)
InChI key
FJKROLUGYXJWQN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Application
- Production and Applications of Hydroxy Acids: This study discusses the synthesis of hydroxy acids including 4-hydroxybenzoic acid, focusing on enzymatic routes which are pivotal for drug discovery due to their application in creating more efficient and environmentally friendly production methods (Bhalla et al., 2014).
- Microbial Synthesis from Renewable Feedstocks: Highlights microbial production methods for 4-hydroxybenzoic acid from renewable feedstocks, crucial for sustainable chemical synthesis in pharmaceuticals and material science (Chen et al., 2021).
- Laccase-mediated Oligomerization: Explores the enzymatic oligomerization of 4-hydroxybenzoic acid which could lead to new materials with improved stability and functionality, useful in material science and drug delivery systems (Slagman et al., 2016).
- Antiviral Properties: Discusses the potential of 4-hydroxybenzoic acid derived from the autooxidation of catechinic acid as an antiviral agent against Herpes Simplex Virus, offering potential applications in drug development (Alfei et al., 2022).
- Soil Microbial Community Impact: Investigates the effect of 4-hydroxybenzoic acid on grape soil microbial communities, emphasizing its potential environmental impact and applications in sustainable agriculture and academic studies (Guo et al., 2015).
Analysis Note
Assay (HPLC, area%): ≥ 98.0 % (a/a)
Melting range (lower value): ≥ 214 °C
Melting range (upper value): ≤ 217 °C
Identity (IR): passes test
Melting range (lower value): ≥ 214 °C
Melting range (upper value): ≤ 217 °C
Identity (IR): passes test
Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
Hazard Classifications
Eye Dam. 1 - STOT SE 3
Target Organs
Respiratory system
Storage Class Code
11 - Combustible Solids
WGK
WGK 1
Flash Point(F)
Not applicable
Flash Point(C)
Not applicable
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