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methyl 2-(octyloxy)benzoate

Also known as: 2-octoxybenzoic acid methyl ester, methyl 2-octoxybenzoate, benzoic acid, 2-(octyloxy)-, methyl ester, methyl 2-octyloxybenzoate

methyl 2-(octyloxy)benzoate (CAS 255062-85-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H24O3 and a molecular weight of 264.36000 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 356.4ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.99g/cm3 and a flash point of 148.5ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
255062-85-2
Jingsj CID
J-1126945-7
Molecular Formula
C16H24O3
Molecular Weight
264.36000 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point356.4ºC at 760 mmHg
Density0.99g/cm3
Flash Point148.5ºC
Exact Mass264.17300
PSA35.53000
LogP4.21250
Vapor Pressure2.93E-05mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.489

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 2-(octyloxy)benzoate?

The CAS number of methyl 2-(octyloxy)benzoate is 255062-85-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of methyl 2-(octyloxy)benzoate?

methyl 2-(octyloxy)benzoate has molecular formula C16H24O3 and molecular weight 264.36000 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of methyl 2-(octyloxy)benzoate?

For methyl 2-(octyloxy)benzoate, Upstream Products: 1-Bromooctane, Methyl salicylate; Downstream Products: 2-(Octyloxy)benzoic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "methyl 2-(octyloxy)benzoate (CAS 255062-85-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1126945-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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