Methyl 5-formyl-2-hydroxybenzoate
Also known as: Benzoic acid, 5-formyl-2-hydroxy-, methyl ester, Methyl 5-formylsalicylate, 5-Formylsalicylic Acid Methyl Ester, 5-Formyl-2-hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester, Methyl 3-formyl-6-hydroxybenzoate, 3-Methoxycarbonyl-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde, Methyl 2-hydroxy-5-formylbenzoate, Isophthalaldehydic acid, 6-hydroxy-, methyl ester, Methyl 5-Formyl-2-hydroxybenzoate
Methyl 5-formyl-2-hydroxybenzoate (CAS 41489-76-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H8O4 and a molecular weight of 180.157 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 294.5±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 118.2±16.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 41489-76-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-1071238-6
- Molecular Formula
- C9H8O4
- Molecular Weight
- 180.157 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 294.5±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 118.2±16.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 180.042252 |
| PSA | 63.60000 |
| LogP | 2.42 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.594 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918990090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918990090. 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 5-formyl-2-hydroxybenzoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 5-formyl-2-hydroxybenzoate is 41489-76-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 5-formyl-2-hydroxybenzoate?
Methyl 5-formyl-2-hydroxybenzoate has molecular formula C9H8O4 and molecular weight 180.157 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 5-formyl-2-hydroxybenzoate?
For Methyl 5-formyl-2-hydroxybenzoate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 5-Formyl-2-hydroxybenzoic acid, Methyl acetoacetate; Downstream Products: 5-Formyl-2-methoxybenzoic Acid, Methyl 5-formyl-2-methoxybenzoate, 2-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)benzoic acid.
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