Risocaine
Also known as Propyl 4-aminobenzoate, Propyl p-aminobenzoate, 4-(Propoxycarbonyl)aniline
Key facts
What buyers check first
- Appearance
- Prisms
- Melting point
- 75 °C
- Solubility
- In water, 842 mg/L at 37 °C
- HS code
- 292249
- Category
- Aromatic building blocks

What is Risocaine?
Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms
Risocaine is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C10H13NO2 and a molar mass of 179.22 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 94-12-2. The IUPAC name is propyl 4-aminobenzoate.
Identifiers
Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy
- IUPAC name
- propyl 4-aminobenzoate
- CAS number
- 94-12-2 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 71735-15-4
- EC numbers
- 202-306-1, 275-926-3
- Molecular formula
- C10H13NO2
- UNII
- 5CQ88I59ZI
- MDL number
- MFCD00017111
- InChIKey
- NBFQYHKHPBMJJV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C10H13NO2/c1-2-7-13-10(12)8-3-5-9(11)6-4-8/h3-6H,2,7,11H2,1H3
- SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
- CCCOC(=O)C1=CC=C(C=C1)N
Synonyms
- Propyl 4-aminobenzoate
- Propyl p-aminobenzoate
- 4-(Propoxycarbonyl)aniline
- Benzoic acid, 4-amino-, propyl ester
- Benzoic acid, p-amino-, propyl ester
- p-Aminobenzoic acid propyl ester
- Propazyl
- Propaesin
- Propylcain
- Raythesin
- Keloform P
- n-Propyl 4-aminobenzoate
- Propesin
- Propesine
- 4-aminobenzoic acid n-propyl ester
- Risocaina
- Risocainum
- Propyl-p-amino benzoate
- p-Aminobenzoic acid, propyl ester
- Propyl aminobenzoate
- Propylcain, Raythesin
- Propyl-p-aminobenzoate
- Oxabiotic, component of
- n-Propyl p-aminobenzoate
- Risocaine (USAN)
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- 4-Aminobenzoic Acid Propyl Ester
- n-Propyl-4-aminobenzoate
- aniline, 4-propoxycarbonyl-
- p-Aminobenzoesaurepropylester
- Para-aminobenzoic acid propyl ester
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade
| Appearance | Prismsexp.Measured value |
|---|---|
| Melting point | 75 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Solubility | In water, 842 mg/L at 37 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Vapour pressure | 8.15 × 10⁻⁴ mm Hg at 25 °C /Estimated/exp.Measured value |
Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.
Computed descriptors
Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation
| Molecular weight | 179.22 g/molcalc.Computed value |
|---|---|
| Exact mass | 179.0946 Dacalc.Computed value |
| LogP (octanol/water) | 1.84calc.Computed value |
| Topological polar surface area | 52.32 Ųcalc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond donors | 1calc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond acceptors | 3calc.Computed value |
| Rotatable bonds | 3calc.Computed value |
| Heavy atoms | 13calc.Computed value |
| Rings | 1calc.Computed value |
| Aromatic rings | 1calc.Computed value |
| Fraction sp3 carbons | 0.3calc.Computed value |
| Formal charge | 0calc.Computed value |
| Stereocentres | 0calc.Computed value |
| Lipinski rule of five | Passes (0 violations)calc.Computed value |
Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.
Murcko scaffold
The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed
Safety and hazards
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet
Hazard statements
- H315Causes skin irritation.
- H319Causes serious eye irritation.
Precautionary statements (9)
- P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
- P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
- P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
- P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
- P305 + P351 + P338If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
- P332 + P317If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
- P337 + P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
- P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.
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Uses and applications
What the substance is used for, by industry and function
Propyl p-aminobenzoate is used as local anesthetic and antipruritic.
Industries and functions
Regulatory status
Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance
No regulatory list memberships are recorded for this substance yet. Always check the rules of the importing and exporting country before trade.
HS code and trade data
Customs classification and reported world trade statistics
Global trade
World import and export statistics for the HS code Risocaine is traded under.
Amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and…
- United States13.4%
- Germany11.1%
- Japan6.6%
* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.
The HS code shown for Risocaine is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.
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