Methyl paraben sodium salt is a high-grade reagent supplied by Research Lab Fine Chem Industries. Also known as Sodium methylparaben, Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate sodium salt or Methyl-p-hydroxy benzoate sodium salt, it is nothing but the sodium salt of methyl paraben. It is available as white or almost white crystalline powder. It is highly soluble in water. It has a melting point in the range of 75-77C. Being hygroscopic in nature, it must be stored and preserved accordingly. Always ensure to keep it in a dry place and avoid sunlight. This salt is stable and does not corrode glass, steel and stainless steel. It has a pH in the range of 9.5-10.5. Combustible materials and flammable materials must be kept away from this reagent. Do not bring strong oxidising agents near this salt. CAS No. 5026-62-0 Quantity provided: 5 kg/bottle Molecular formula: C8H7O3Na or C8H7NaO3 Molecular weight: 174.14 g/mol Assay: Minimum 99.7%Sodium methyl paraben has widespread application in food, pharmaceutical and textile industries because of its antiseptic property. It is a food additive (E219), which is used as a preservative.