Methylparaben

Methylparaben, also known as methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate or p-carbomethoxyphenol, belongs to the class of organic compounds known as p-hydroxybenzoic acid alkyl esters. These are aromatic compounds containing a benzoic acid, which is esterified with an alkyl group and para-substituted with a hydroxyl group. Methylparaben is an antimicrobial agent, preservative, and flavouring agent. methylparaben has been detected, but not quantified, in a few different foods, such as alcoholic beverages, saffrons, and fruits (particularly blueberries). It is also a constituent of cloudberry, yellow passion fruit, white wine, botrytized wine, and Bourbon vanilla. Methylparaben is the most frequently used antimicrobial preservative in cosmetics.

ID EC Number Name
BioCyc:RXN-17292 2.4.1.- CPD-18691 + DTDP-RHAMNOSE --> CPD-18690 + TDP + PROTON
BioCyc:RXN-17303 2.1.1.- S-ADENOSYLMETHIONINE + 4-hydroxybenzoate --> ADENOSYL-HOMO-CYS + CPD-18691