Methylparaben
Also known as: 4-Hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester, p-Hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester, Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, Methyl p-hydroxybenzoate, Nipagin, Tegosept M, Metagin, Methyl paraben, Methyl parahydroxybenzoate, Methyl parasept, 4-(Carbomethoxy)phenol, 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)phenol, Killitol, Mekkings M, p-Hydroxybenzoic methyl ester
Methylparaben (CAS 99-76-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8O3 and a molecular weight of 152.147 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 125-128 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 265.5±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 116.4±12.6 °C. GHS hazard statements: H412 — Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 99-76-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-38486-1
- Molecular Formula
- C8H8O3
- Molecular Weight
- 152.147 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 125-128 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 265.5±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 116.4±12.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 152.047348 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 1.87 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.547 |
| Additional Property | 131℃ |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H412 — Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Soni MG, et al. Evaluation of the health aspects of methyl paraben: a review of the published literature. Food Chem Toxicol. 2002 Oct;40(10):1335-73. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918290000 |
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| Summary | HS: 2918290000 other carboxylic acids with phenol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) VAT:17.0% MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methylparaben?
The CAS number of Methylparaben is 99-76-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methylparaben?
Methylparaben has molecular formula C8H8O3 and molecular weight 152.147 g/mol.
Is Methylparaben hazardous?
Methylparaben has GHS hazard statements H412 — Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methylparaben?
For Methylparaben, Upstream Products: Methyl 4-(benzyloxy)benzoate, 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)phenylboronic acid, Methanol; Downstream Products: 3-Chloro-4-hydroxybenzyl alcohol, Methyl 4-(pyridin-4-yl)benzoate, Methyl 4-(pyrimidin-2-yloxy)benzoate.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methylparaben (CAS 99-76-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-38486-1 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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