p-Anisic Acid
p-Anisic acid, also called 4-methoxybenzoic acid or draconic acid, is one of the isomers of anisic acid. It appears white to slight yellowish powder.
p-Anisic acid is found naturally in anise. It is also prepared by chemical synthesis from natural anethole.
p-Anisic acid has antiseptic properties. It is widely used as an intermediate in the preparation of more complex organic compounds.
Substance Identification
Synonyms | Draconic Acid | para-Methoxybenzoic Acid | 4-Anisic acid | 4-Methoxybenzoic acid |
CAS | 1335-08-6, 100-09-4 |
EINECS | 202-818-5 |
FEMA | 3945 |
HS.CODE | 291800 |
Molecular Formula | C8H8O3 |
Moleclar Weight | 152.15 |
Application & Uses
- used as a pharmaceutical intermediate to produce 3-Amino-4-methoxybenzoic acid and 4-methoxybenzoyl chloride etc.
- used as fine chemical raw material to produce aromatics, cosmetics, etc.
- used in many organic syntheses
- used as intermediate in the dye industry
Features & Benefits
- Dissolve in alcohol, ether, chloroform and ethyl acetate, slightly soluble in hot water, water solubility of 20 DEG C for 0.3 g/L
Sales Specification
ITEM | VALUE |
---|---|
Appearance | White to slight yellowish powder |
Odor | Sweet flower odor |
Content, @HPLC, % | 99 min |
Content of Water, % | 1 max |
Arsenic (As), mg/kg | 3 max |
Heavy metals (Pb), mg/kg | 10 max |
GHS Hazard Statements
H-Code | no data available |
P-Code | no data available |
Response | no data available |
Storage | no data available |
Disposal | no data available |
Storage
- flammable materials should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room
- ground all equipment containing material
- keep away from heat
- keep away from sources of ignition
- keep container tightly closed
- keep in a cool, well-ventilated place
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