Description
IUPAC Name: 4-hydroxybenzoic acid
InChI: InChI=1S/C7H6O3/c8-6-3-1-5(2-4-6)7(9)10/h1-4,8H,(H,9,10)
InChIKey: FJKROLUGYXJWQN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Canonical SMILES: C1=CC(=CC=C1C(=O)O)O
Isomeric SMILES: C1=CC(=CC=C1C(=O)O)O
Synonyms: 4-HYDROXYBENZOIC ACID; 99-96-7; p-Hydroxybenzoic acid; 4-Carboxyphenol; p-Salicylic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-hydroxy-; Benzoic acid, p-hydroxy-; p-carboxyphenol; …
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Product Overview
BIORLAB provides high-purity 4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA), a phenolic acid with significant applications in preservative, antifungal, and pharmaceutical research.
Technical Specifications
- Molecular Formula: C₇H₆O₃
- Molecular Weight: 138.12
- Appearance: White/colorless crystalline solid
- Purity: ≥98%
- Storage: Below +30°C
Physical Properties
- Melting Point: 213-217°C
- Boiling Point: 213.5°C (est.)
- Density: 1.46 g/cm³
- Bulk Density: 600kg/m³
- pH: 3.3 (1g/l, H2O, 20°C)
- Water Solubility: 5 g/L (20ºC)
Research Applications
Primary Research Areas
- Antiseptic research
- Pharmaceutical intermediates
- Preservative studies
- Corrosion inhibition
Key Research Properties
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Industrial Applications
- Dye intermediates
- Antiseptic studies
- Pharmaceutical synthesis
- Preservative research
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Chemical Properties
- Soluble in polar solvents
- Slightly soluble in water
- Astringent properties
- Phenolic characteristics
Research Significance
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Chemical Uses
- Paint additives
- Coating additives
- Processing aids
- Electronic products
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Synthesis Applications
- Parabens production
- Liquid crystal polymers
- Vectran fiber preparation
- Pharmaceutical intermediates
Safety Information
- GHS Classification: GHS05, GHS07
- Hazard Statements: H318-H335
- Risk Statements: 36-36/37/38
- Autoignition Temperature: >250°C
Quality Assurance
- Full spectroscopic characterization
- Comprehensive Certificate of Analysis
- Batch-specific profiles
- Research-grade documentation
Natural Occurrence
- Found in fruit peels
- Present in leaves
- Found in coconut
- Detected in wine and vanilla
For detailed technical information, bulk quantities, or custom requirements, contact BIORLAB’s scientific team.
Note: This product is intended for laboratory research purposes only.