Butylparaben
Compounds
Butylparaben, or butyl p-hydroxybenzoate, is an organic compound with the formula C
₄H
₉O
₂CC
₆H
₄OH. It is a white solid that is soluble in organic solvents. It has proven to be a highly successful antimicrobial preservative in cosmetics. It is... Wikipedia
Formula: C11H14O3
Molar mass: 194.227 g/mol
Solubility in water: Slightly soluble
Appearance: Colorless, odorless, crystalline powder
Melting point: 68 to 69 °C (154 to 156 °F; 341 to 342 K)
Related compounds: Paraben; Ethylparaben; Methylparaben; Propylparaben