Methyl p-hydroxybenzoate

At a glance

Methyl p-hydroxybenzoate is a synthetic fragrance ingredient and preservative used in perfumery to prevent spoilage and extend shelf life It is valued by perfumers for this distinctive character and used as a building block within larger fragrance compositions.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
synthetic production
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Ester
CAS number
99-76-3
Profile
slightly sweet, medicinal
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01