Benzyl Paraben

Name: Benzyl Paraben
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-043087

About Benzyl Paraben

Benzyl Paraben (CAS 94-18-8) is a metabolite or degradation product of Paraben offered by Vaqora Chemicals. With the molecular formula C14H12O3, it has a molar mass of 228.24 g/mol. The IUPAC name is benzyl 4-hydroxybenzoate. Common synonyms include Benzyl p-hydroxybenzoate and Nipabenzyl.

It is supplied as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is used in metabolite identification, stability-indicating method development and impurity profiling of Paraben, as well as in QC testing and ANDA/DMF documentation. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Benzyl Paraben in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Metabolite identification
Stability-indicating methods
Impurity profiling

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Benzyl Paraben
Catalogue No.	VQ-043087
CAS Number	94-18-8
IUPAC name	benzyl 4-hydroxybenzoate
Molecular formula	C₁₄H₁₂O₃
Molecular weight	228.24 g/mol
Exact mass	228.0786
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	MOZDKDIOPSPTBH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C=C1)COC(=O)C2=CC=C(C=C2)O
PubChem CID	7180

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	3.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	46.5 Å²
Synonyms	Benzyl p-hydroxybenzoate, Nipabenzyl, Benzyl Tegosept, Benzyl parahydroxybenzoate, p-Hydroxybenzoic acid benzyl ester, Benzoic acid, 4-hydroxy-, phenylmethyl ester, Phenylmethyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, 4-Hydroxybenzoic acid, benzyl ester, Benzyl Parasept, Solbrol Z, Benzyl-Parasept, 4-Hydroxybenzoic acid benzyl ester

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Benzyl Paraben?

The CAS Registry Number of Benzyl Paraben is 94-18-8. It is also known as Benzyl p-hydroxybenzoate, Nipabenzyl, Benzyl Tegosept.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzyl Paraben?

Benzyl Paraben has the molecular formula C14H12O3 and a molecular weight of 228.24 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is benzyl 4-hydroxybenzoate.

What is Benzyl Paraben used for?

Benzyl Paraben is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Paraben. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Benzyl Paraben can I order?

We supply Benzyl Paraben in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Benzyl Paraben?

Yes. Every lot of Benzyl Paraben is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Benzyl Paraben be shipped internationally?

Yes. Benzyl Paraben is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.