Description

4-Hydroxy-3-Methoxybenzoic Acid Sodium Salt is the sodium salt derivative of vanillic acid, offering enhanced solubility and stability for various industrial processes. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and functional additive in high-value manufacturing sectors. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical industries for research, development, and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a vanillic acid moiety.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Acts as a stabilizing agent or a precursor for antioxidants and UV absorbers in skincare formulations.
• Food & Flavor Industry: Serves as a precursor for flavoring agents and preservatives due to its relation to natural vanilla components.
• Chemical Synthesis: A versatile building block for organic synthesis, including the production of polymers, ligands, and fine chemicals.
• Research & Development: Employed in biochemical and pharmacological research as a standard or reagent.
• Agrochemicals: Potential use as an intermediate in the development of certain herbicides or plant growth regulators.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-3-Methoxybenzoic Acid Sodium Salt
CAS No.	28508-48-7
Molecular Formula	C8H7NaO4
Molecular Weight	190.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Vanillate; Vanillic Acid Sodium Salt; 3-Methoxy-4-hydroxybenzoic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-hydroxy-3-methoxy-, sodium salt (1:1); Sodium 3-methoxy-4-hydroxybenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-3-Methoxybenzoic Acid Sodium Salt is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking or decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	Contact for details
Related Substances (HPLC)	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.