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2-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)benzoic acid

Also known as: 2-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)benzoic acid, 5-(hydroxymethyl)salicylic acid, 2-hydroxy-5-hydroxymethyl-benzoic acid, 5-oxymethyl-salicylsaeure, 6,31-dioxy-m-toluylsaeure

2-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)benzoic acid (CAS 7437-20-9) 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 168.14700 g/mol. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
7437-20-9
Jingsj CID
J-1026122-0
Molecular Formula
C8H8O4
Molecular Weight
168.14700 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Exact Mass168.04200
PSA77.76000
LogP0.58270

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)benzoic acid?

The CAS number of 2-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)benzoic acid is 7437-20-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)benzoic acid?

2-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)benzoic acid has molecular formula C8H8O4 and molecular weight 168.14700 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)benzoic acid?

For 2-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)benzoic acid, Upstream Products: Formaldehyde, Salicylic acid, Methyl 5-formyl-2-hydroxybenzoate; Downstream Products: 5-Formyl-2-hydroxybenzoic acid, 4-Hydroxyisophthalic acid.

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