3,4-Dihydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid

3,4-二羟基-2-甲基苯甲酸

Also known as: 2-Methyl-3,4-dihydroxybenzoic acid, 2-Methyl-protocatechuic acid, Benzoic acid, 3,4-dihydroxy-2-methyl-, 3,4-Dihydroxy-2-methyl-benzoic acid, 3.4-Dioxy-o-toluic acid, 3.4-Dioxy-o-toluylsaeure

3,4-Dihydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid (CAS 168899-47-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8O4 and a molecular weight of 168.147 g/mol. It is also known as 2-Methyl-3,4-dihydroxybenzoic acid, 2-Methyl-protocatechuic acid and Benzoic acid, 3,4-dihydroxy-2-methyl-. Key properties include a boiling point of 395.7±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 207.3±24.4 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
168899-47-6
Jingsj CID
J-1005969-0
Molecular Formula
C8H8O4
Chinese Name
3,4-二羟基-2-甲基苯甲酸
Molecular Weight
168.147 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point395.7±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point207.3±24.4 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3,4-Dihydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid?

The CAS number of 3,4-Dihydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid is 168899-47-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3,4-Dihydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid?

3,4-Dihydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid has molecular formula C8H8O4 and molecular weight 168.147 g/mol.

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