Cat. No.: X22-05-ZQ028
4-Hydroxybenzoic acid
Synonym: 99-96-7; 4-Hydroxybenzoic acid; p-Hydroxybenzoic acid; 4-Hydroxybenzoic acid
- MDL: MFCD00002547
- CAS Number: 99-96-7
- Compound CID: 135
Product Size
100 mg; 200 mg; 500 mg; 1 g
Properties
Description
4-Hydroxybenzoic acid reacts with 6-hydroxynaphthalene-2-carboxylic acid to prepare aromatic polyester called Vectran fiber. It acts as a precursor to prepare p-hydroxyphenylbenzoate, p-acetoxybenzoyl chloride, and 4,4'-dihydroxybenzophenone.
Purity
≥98%, determined by HPLC.
Solubility
It is soluble in ethanol, soluble in ether and acetone.
Identity
Confirmed by MS and NMR.
Applications
4-Hydroxybenzoic acid can be used as a precursor to prepare p-hydroxyphenylbenzoate, p-acetoxybenzoyl chloride, and 4,4'-dihydroxybenzophenone.
Safety Information
Personal Protective Equipment
Gloves, eyeshields, N95 mask
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