METHYL PARABEN TECH

Appearance

White crystalline powder

Function

Methylparaben is commonly used as a fungicide in Drosophila food media. To Drosophila, methylparaben is toxic at higher concentrations, has an estrogenic effect, and slows the growth rate in the larval and pupal stages at lower concentrations.

Synonyms

Methyl Paraben Tech; Methyl parahydroxybenzoate (JP14); Methylparaben sodium [USAN]; Methyl p-hydroxybenzoate, sodium salt

Storage

Store in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep container closed when not in use.

Packages

1 lb. Bulk

Industry

Pharmaceutical

Product Class

Preservatives/antimicrobials

Other

Origin: Synthetic
Shelf life: 2 years from mfg. date
Freight Classification: NMFC 43940 SUB 2 CLASS 70 RV 2.15
Kosher Status: Not Kosher
Flash Point: 280øC
Melting Point: 125-128 øC
API: NO
Allergen: NO
Hazmat: YES
Molecular Weight: 152.15 g/mol