4-Methoxybenzoic Acid（p-Anisic Acid）
- Basic Information
| Product name | 4-methoxybenzoic acid/ p-Anisic |
| CAS No. | 100-09-4 |
| EINECS No. | 202-818-5 |
| Molecular Formula: | C8H8O3 |
| Molecular Weight: | 152.15 |
| Structural Formula: |
- Technical Specification
| Item | Index | |
| Pharmaceutical grade | Industrial Grade | |
| Appearance | White acicular crystal | White powdery crystal |
| Content (dry basis)% ≥ | 99.5 | 99.0 |
| Melting point ℃ | 183-185 | 181-183 |
| Drying loss % ≤ | 0.50 | 0.50 |
| Residue on ignition % ≤ | 0.10 | / |
- Application field
4-methoxybenzoic acid, also known as p-Anisic acid, is one of the isomers of anisic acid. The term “anisic acid” often refers to this form specifically. 4-methoxybenzoic acid is found naturally in anise. It is a white crystalline solid which is insoluble in water, highly soluble in alcohols and soluble in ether, and ethyl acetate. It is used as an intermediate for eggplant and can also be used in spices and preservatives.
4-methoxybenzoic acid/ p-Anisic is used as an intermediate in the preparation of more complex organic compounds, and can also take part in many organic syntheses.
As Cosmetic Raw Materials: 4-methoxybenzoic acid/ p-Anisic has antiseptic properties. It is is a part of cresol class antiseptic compounds, and has become increasingly significant as multi-functional raw material in the cosmetic .
As fragrance intermediate: 4-methoxybenzoic acid/ p-Anisic is a part of cresol class antiseptic compounds, it is also used as an insect repellent and ovicide. Anisole, anisic acid, and their derivatives are also widely used in chemical reaction as intermediates to obtain target materials such as perfumes.
As Pharmaceutical intermediate:4-Methoxybenzoic acid is used as a pharmaceutical intermediate, also used as an intermediate of Aniracetam and an inhibitor of tyrosinase.
4-methoxybenzoic acid/ p-Anisic Acid is used in preparing spices, drugs and preservatives.
4-methoxybenzoic acid/ p-Anisic Acid prevents the synthesis of fungalmycin under acidic conditions, replaces traditional preservatives, has antibacterial effect;
4-methoxybenzoic acid/ p-Anisic Acid has a long-lasting hawthorn aroma, can mask unpleasant odor, can be used as flavor and fragrance
4-methoxybenzoic acid/ p-Anisic Acid adjusts the pH of the system as a pH adjuster.
- Packing
Standard packaging includes the following:
25kg per drum, Other package sizes are available upon request.
- Storage
Store in a well-ventilated, cool, dry area, out of direct sunlight. Keep containers tightly closed when not in use.
- Period of validity
24 months