| abstract |
Benzoic acid derivatives with the general formula: <IMAGE> (I) in which: A represents a straight or branched alkyl chain with 5 to 10 carbon atoms, X represents the oxygen atom or a direct bond, R represents hydrogen or an alkyl group with 2 to 6 carbon atoms, possibly substituted by an alcohol function, and the salts of the said derivatives. These derivatives display antimicrobial activity and are suitable as antiseptics, disinfectants and preservatives, particularly in the fields of pharmaceuticals, cosmetology and agri-foodstuffs. |