Benzyl 4-hydroxybenzoate
Also known as: Benzylparaben, Benzyl paraben, 4-Hydroxybenzoic acid benzyl ester, Benzyl p-hydroxybenzoate, Nipabenzyl, Solbrol Z
Benzyl 4-hydroxybenzoate (CAS 94-18-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H12O3 and a molecular weight of 228.25 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 109-112 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 389.8±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 168.0±13.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 94-18-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-45891-3
- Molecular Formula
- C14H12O3
- Molecular Weight
- 228.25 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 109-112 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 389.8±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 168.0±13.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 228.078644 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 3.64 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.607 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Solanki S S B, et al. Growth and characterization of benzyl 4-hydroxybenzoate single crystal by vertical Bridgman technique for optical applications[J]. Optics & Laser Technology, 2018, 103: 163-169. [2]. Elder DP, et al. Pharmaceutical excipients - quality, regulatory and biopharmaceutical considerations. Eur J Pharm Sci. 2016 May 25;87:88-99. |
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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 Benzyl 4-hydroxybenzoate?
The CAS number of Benzyl 4-hydroxybenzoate is 94-18-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzyl 4-hydroxybenzoate?
Benzyl 4-hydroxybenzoate has molecular formula C14H12O3 and molecular weight 228.25 g/mol.
Is Benzyl 4-hydroxybenzoate hazardous?
Benzyl 4-hydroxybenzoate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Benzyl 4-hydroxybenzoate?
For Benzyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, Upstream Products: Benzyl bromide, 4-Hydroxybenzoic acid, Sodium 4-hydroxybenzoate; Downstream Products: 4-Hydroxybenzoic acid, Methyl 4-acetoxybenzoate, 4-((4-(Hexyloxy)benzoyl)oxy)benzoic acid.
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