Product Description
Parabens are one of the commonly used preservatives. It inhibits the activity of the respiratory enzymes and the enzymes of microbial cells, and destroys the cell membrane mechanism of microorganisms, thereby having a broad antibacterial effect on molds, yeasts and bacteria. Its antibacterial ability is stronger than sorbic acid and benzoic acid, and the antibacterial effect is not affected by pH value, and the effect is good in the range of pH 4-8. China's provisions for pastry filling, the maximum dosage of 0.5g / kg (based on p-hydroxybenzoic acid, the same below); in juice (leaf) type beverages, jam (excluding canned), soy sauce, the maximum amount of 0.25g / kg; The maximum dosage of carbonated beverage and egg yolk filling is 0.2g/kg; the maximum dosage in vinegar is 0.1g/kg; the maximum dosage in fruit and vegetable preservation is 0.012g/kg. 2. Used as preservatives, bacteriostatic agents, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals. 3. Used as an antioxidant for vegetable oils.
| Product Name |
ETHYL P-HYDROXYBENZOATE (ETHYL PARABEN) |
| Synonyms |
4-Carbethoxyphenol;4-hydroxy-benzoicaciethylester; Aseptin a; Aseptine a;Aseptoform E;aseptoforme;Benzoic acid, 4-hydroxy-, ethyl ester;Benzoic acid, p-hydroxy-, ethyl ester |
| CAS |
120-47-8 |
| Molecular formula |
C9H10O3 |
| Molecular Weight |
166.17 |
| Physical and Chemical Properties |
| M.P. |
114-117 °C(lit.) |
| B.P. |
297-298 °C(lit.) |
| F.P. |
297-298°C |
| Stability |
Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong bases. |
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| General Description |
White crystalline powder |
| Usage |
This product is mainly used as antiseptics in foodstuff, medicine and cosmetics. It can also be used in feed as antiseptics. |
| Packing |
20KGS/CARTON BOX 25KGS/FIBRE DRUM |
| Storage condition |
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. |
| Specifications |
| Items |
Standard |
| Appearance |
White crystalline powder |
| Assay (on dry base ) |
99.0-100.5% |
| Melting Point |
114 ºC ~ 117 ºC |
| Loss on Drying |
≤ 0.50 % |
| Heavy Metals |
≤ 10 ppm |
| Sulphated Ash |
≤ 0.05% |
| Residue on Ignition |
≤0.10 % |
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