Methyl Paraben
Methyl Paraben (Nipagin) is a widely used antimicrobial preservative and flavoring agent found in various foods. Its physiological action involves modulating histamine release and cell-mediated immunity, which underpins its preservative function in both in vitro assays and product formulations.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
99-76-3
Product Name Alternative
Antibiotic, Bacterial, inhibit, Nipagin, Methylparaben, Methyl Paraben, Methyl parahydroxybenzoate, Methyl p-hydroxybenzoate, Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, Endogenous Metabolite, EndogenousMetabolite, Inhibitor
Field of Research
Infectious Disease & Virology, Metabolism Research
Purity
99.87% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
DMSO:50 mg/mL (328.62 mM) ;10% DMSO+40% PEG300+5% Tween-80+45% Saline:2.5 mg/mL (16.43 mM)
Smiles
COC (=O) C1=CC=C (O) C=C1
Molecular Formula
C8H8O3
Molecular Weight
152.15
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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