2,6-Dimethylbenzoic acid
Also known as: Benzoic acid, 2,6-dimethyl-, 2,6-Me2C6H3CO2H, 2,6-dimethylbenzene carboxylic acid, m-Xylene-2-carboxylic acid, VIC-M-XYLYLIC ACID
2,6-Dimethylbenzoic acid (CAS 632-46-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H10O2 and a molecular weight of 150.174 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 114-116 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 272.8±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 126.1±13.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 632-46-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-1135188-5
- Molecular Formula
- C9H10O2
- Molecular Weight
- 150.174 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 114-116 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 272.8±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 126.1±13.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 150.068085 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 2.82 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.550 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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 2,6-Dimethylbenzoic acid?
The CAS number of 2,6-Dimethylbenzoic acid is 632-46-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,6-Dimethylbenzoic acid?
2,6-Dimethylbenzoic acid has molecular formula C9H10O2 and molecular weight 150.174 g/mol.
Is 2,6-Dimethylbenzoic acid hazardous?
2,6-Dimethylbenzoic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,6-Dimethylbenzoic acid?
For 2,6-Dimethylbenzoic acid, Upstream Products: o-Toluic acid, Methylboronic acid, 1,2,3-Trimethylbenzene; Downstream Products: 2,6-Dimethylphenylacetonitrile, bis(2,6-dimethylphenyl)methanol, ethyl 2,6-dimethylbenzoate.
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