1. Product Overview & Specifications

Chemical Profile

• CAS Number: 99-96-7
• IUPAC Name: 4-Hydroxybenzoic acid
• Molecular Formula: C₇H₆O₃
• Molar Mass: 138.12 g/mol

Technical Specifications Comparison

2. Key Applications & Industry Uses

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Essential intermediate for:

• Paraben-based preservatives
• Antiseptic formulations
• Co-crystal engineering

Food Preservation Systems

• pH-stable antimicrobial agent (E-number: E214-E219)
• Effective against yeast/mold in baked goods
• Dairy product shelf-life extension

Cosmetic Chemistry

• Preservative booster in emulsion systems
• Synergistic with phenoxyethanol
• pH range: 4-8 optimal performance

3. Usage Guidelines & Best Practices

Solubility Management

Formulation Tips

• Optimal concentration: 0.1-0.3% w/w
• Combine with chelating agents for enhanced efficacy
• Avoid strong oxidizers in storage

4. Real-World Case Studies

Case 1: Dairy Preservation System

Client: European Dairy Consortium

• Challenge: Extend yogurt shelf-life by 30%
• Solution: 0.2% p-Hydroxybenzoic acid + calcium propionate
• Result: 42-day microbial stability achieved

Case 2: Topical Antiseptic Formulation

Client: PharmaTech Inc. (USA)

• Challenge: Develop alcohol-free surgical scrub
• Solution: 1.5% p-Hydroxybenzoic acid + chlorhexidine
• Result: 99.99% pathogen reduction (EN 1276)

5. Technical Inquiry & Ordering

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