CAS 1083-27-8

Hexyl 4-hydroxybenzoate

Description:

Hexyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, also known as hexyl paraben, is an organic compound commonly used as a preservative in cosmetics and personal care products due to its antimicrobial properties. It belongs to the paraben family, which are esters of p-hydroxybenzoic acid. This substance is characterized by its ability to inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi, thereby extending the shelf life of formulations. Hexyl 4-hydroxybenzoate is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a mild odor. It is soluble in organic solvents and has limited solubility in water. The compound is generally considered safe for use in cosmetics, although some individuals may experience sensitivity or allergic reactions. Its chemical structure includes a hexyl group attached to the para position of the hydroxybenzoate moiety, contributing to its efficacy as a preservative. Regulatory bodies have established guidelines for its concentration in products to ensure consumer safety. Overall, hexyl 4-hydroxybenzoate plays a significant role in the formulation of various personal care items.

Formula: C₁₃H₁₈O₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C13H18O3/c1-2-3-4-5-10-16-13(15)11-6-8-12(14)9-7-11/h6-9,14H,2-5,10H2,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=ULULAZKOCFNOIM-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(OCCCCCC)(=O)C1=CC=C(O)C=C1

Synonyms:

• 4-Hydroxy-Benzoicacihexylester
• 4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid Hexyl Ester
• 4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid N-Hexyl Ester
• Benzoic acid, 4-hydroxy-, hexyl ester
• Benzoic acid, p-hydroxy-, hexyl ester
• Hexyl p-hydroxybenzoate
• Hexylp-Hydroxybenzoate
• Hexylparaben
• N-Hexyl P-Hydroxybenzoate
• P-Hydroxybenzoicacidhexylester
• Ua 12690
• n-Hexyl 4-hydroxybenzoate

Hexyl 4-hydroxybenzoate

CAS: 1083-27-8

Formula: C₁₃H₁₈O₃

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 222.2802

Ref: IN-DA003QXE

Hexyl 4-hydroxybenzoate

CAS: 1083-27-8

Hexyl 4-hydroxybenzoate

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 222.28022g/mol

Ref: 54-OR27715

Hexyl 4-Hydroxybenzoate

CAS: 1083-27-8

Formula: C₁₃H₁₈O₃

Purity: >98.0%(T)(HPLC)

Color and Shape: White to Almost white powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 222.28

Ref: 3B-H0213

Hexyl 4-hydroxybenzoate

CAS: 1083-27-8

Hexyl 4-hydroxybenzoate is a preservative that is added to food, drugs, cosmetics and other products. It prevents bacterial growth by inhibiting bacterial enzymes, such as p-hydroxybenzoic acid hydrolase. Hexyl 4-hydroxybenzoate has been shown to reduce the symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in rats by reducing the number of activated immune cells in the gut. It also inhibits the transcriptional regulation of proinflammatory cytokines and chemokines through its ability to inhibit protein synthesis. This compound has been shown to be an inhibitor of p-glycoprotein (p-gp), which is a membrane transporter protein that pumps various molecules out of cells. The inhibition of this pump may contribute to the accumulation of drug molecules inside cells and cause drug resistance.

Formula: C₁₃H₁₈O₃

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 222.28 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FH70023

Hexyl 4-hydroxybenzoate

CAS: 1083-27-8

Formula: C₁₃H₁₈O₃

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: White to almost white powder

Molecular weight: 222.284

Ref: 10-F330001

n-Hexyl 4-Hydroxybenzoate-2,3,5,6-d4

Controlled Product

CAS: 1083-27-8

Applications n-Hexyl 4-Hydroxybenzoate-2,3,5,6-d4 is the isotope labelled analog of n-Hexyl 4-Hydroxybenzoate; a phenolic acid alkyl ester/paraben that shows antimicrobial activity and antioxidant properties.
References Merkl, R., et al.: Czech J. Food Sci., 28, 275 (2010)

Formula: C₁₃H₁₄D₄O₃

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 226.3

Ref: TR-H296507