Methyl 3-hydroxy-4-methylbenzoate

Also known as: 3-Hydroxy-4-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester, Methyl 4-methyl-3-hydroxybenzoate, 3,4-Cresotic acid methyl ester, 3-Hydroxy-p-toluic acid methyl ester, Methyl 3-hydroxy-p-toluate, Benzoic acid, 3-hydroxy-4-methyl-, methyl ester, MFCD00213808

Methyl 3-hydroxy-4-methylbenzoate (CAS 3556-86-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H10O3 and a molecular weight of 166.17400 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 352.6ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.169 g/cm3 and a flash point of 181.2ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 3556-86-3
Jingsj CID: J-1053588-3
Molecular Formula: C₉H₁₀O₃
Molecular Weight: 166.17400 g/mol
Category: Organic Acids
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	352.6ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.169 g/cm3
Flash Point	181.2ºC
Exact Mass	166.06300
PSA	46.53000
LogP	1.48720

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2918290000
Summary	HS: 2918290000 other carboxylic acids with phenol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) VAT:17.0% MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 3-hydroxy-4-methylbenzoate?

The CAS number of Methyl 3-hydroxy-4-methylbenzoate is 3556-86-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 3-hydroxy-4-methylbenzoate?

Methyl 3-hydroxy-4-methylbenzoate has molecular formula C9H10O3 and molecular weight 166.17400 g/mol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl 3-hydroxy-4-methylbenzoate (CAS 3556-86-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1053588-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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