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Methyl 3-methoxy-2-methylbenzoate

Also known as: 2-Methyl-3-methoxy benzoate methyl ester, 2-methyl-3-methoxy methyl benzoate, 3-Methoxy-2-methylbenzoesaeure-methylester, 3-methoxy-2-methyl-benzoic acid methyl ester, Benzoic acid, 3-methoxy-2-methyl-, methyl ester

Methyl 3-methoxy-2-methylbenzoate (CAS 42981-93-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12O3 and a molecular weight of 180.20000 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 247.243ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.075g/cm3 and a flash point of 96.967ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
42981-93-1
Jingsj CID
J-1018410-8
Molecular Formula
C10H12O3
Molecular Weight
180.20000 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point247.243ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.075g/cm3
Flash Point96.967ºC
Exact Mass180.07900
PSA35.53000
LogP1.79020
Refractive Index1.503

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918990090
Summary2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 3-methoxy-2-methylbenzoate?

The CAS number of Methyl 3-methoxy-2-methylbenzoate is 42981-93-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 3-methoxy-2-methylbenzoate?

Methyl 3-methoxy-2-methylbenzoate has molecular formula C10H12O3 and molecular weight 180.20000 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 3-methoxy-2-methylbenzoate?

For Methyl 3-methoxy-2-methylbenzoate, Upstream Products: 3-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid, Dimethyl sulfate, methyl 3-hydroxy-2-methylbenzoate; Downstream Products: 4-Methoxyisoindolin-1-one, Methyl 2-bromomethyl-3-methoxybenzoate, 3-Methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl 3-methoxy-2-methylbenzoate (CAS 42981-93-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1018410-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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