2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid
Also known as: Mesitoic acid, Mesitylenecarboxylic acid, 2-Mesitylenecarboxylic acid, Benzoic acid, 2,4,6-trimethyl-, 2,4,6-Me3C6H2CO2H, 2,4,6-Me3C6H2COOH, EINECS 207-553-9, MFCD00002481
2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid (CAS 480-63-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12O2 and a molecular weight of 164.201 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 152-155 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 296.6±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 138.0±13.4 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 480-63-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-1089016-1
- Molecular Formula
- C10H12O2
- Molecular Weight
- 164.201 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 152-155 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 296.6±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 138.0±13.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 164.083725 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 3.28 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.545 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid?
The CAS number of 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid is 480-63-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid?
2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid has molecular formula C10H12O2 and molecular weight 164.201 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid?
For 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid, Upstream Products: 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzaldehyde, 2',4',6'-Trimethylacetophenone, Carbon dioxide; Downstream Products: 1,2,3,5-tetramethylbenzene, 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzyl alcohol, 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoyl chloride.
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