Methyl 2-heptyl-4,6-dihydroxybenzoate Chemical Properties

Boiling point:

431.8±30.0 °C(Predicted)

Density 

1.111±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)

pka

8.28±0.23(Predicted)

InChI

InChI=1S/C15H22O4/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8-11-9-12(16)10-13(17)14(11)15(18)19-2/h9-10,16-17H,3-8H2,1-2H3

InChIKey

UXZJWFSSCUTTBN-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES

C(OC)(=O)C1=C(O)C=C(O)C=C1CCCCCCC

Methyl 2-heptyl-4,6-dihydroxybenzoate Usage And Synthesis

Chemical Properties

Off white to faint pink solid.

Uses

In cosmetics (lotions, creams, and other cosmetics), methyl 2-heptyl-4,6-dihydroxybenzoate can be used as a preservative, an antioxidant and to enhance the scent and texture of products. In pharmaceuticals, it is used as a flavoring agent and as an anti-inflammatory. Methyl 2-heptyl-4,6-dihydroxybenzoate is also used in the fragrance industry, as a fixative and to add depth and complexity to scents. It is also used as a stabilizer in food products, where it helps to prevent oxidation and rancidity.

Safety

Methyl 2-heptyl-4,6-dihydroxybenzoate is considered to be a safe and non-toxic compound.