Propylparaben

Propylparaben

Synonyms: propyl butex;Propyl Chemosept;PROPYL 4-HYDROXYBENZOATE;PROPYLIS PARAHYDROXYBENZOAS;PROPYLPARABEN;PROPYL P-HYDROXYBENZOATE;Propyl p-Jnydroxybenzoate;P-HYDROXYBENZOIC ACID PROPYL ESTER CAS: 94-13-3 MF: C10H12O3 MW: 180.2 EINECS: 202-307-7

Chemical Properties white crystalline powder Usage An antimicrobial General Description Colorless crystals or white powder or chunky white solid. Melting point 95-98°C. Odorless or faint aromatic odor. Low toxicity, Tasteless (numbs the tongue). pH: 6.5-7.0 (slightly acidic) in solution. Air & Water Reactions Water soluble [Hawley].

Reactivity Profile Maximum stability of Propylparaben occurs at a pH of 4 to 5. Incompatible with alkalis and iron salts. Also incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong acids . Fire Hazard Flash point data for Propylparaben are not available; however, Propylparaben is probably combustible.