Compound Q&A
How is Sodium 4-hydroxybenzoate (CAS: 114-63-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
Sodium 4-hydroxybenzoate (CAS: 114-63-6) is typically synthesized by the reaction of benzoic acid with sodium hydroxide. The process involves heating a mixture of benzoic acid and sodium hydroxide in aqueous solution. The yield is usually high, and the product is purified by recrystallization from water.
About
CAS No
114-63-6
English Name
Sodium 4-hydroxybenzoate
Molecular Formula
C7H5NaO3
Molecular Weight
160.1026 g/mol
SMILES
c1cc(ccc1C(=O)[O-])O.[Na+]
InChIKey
ZLVSYODPTJZFMK-UHFFFAOYSA-M
Last Updated: 2025-09-08 00:42
