2,3-Dihydroxy-5-methylbenzoic acid

2,3-二羟基-5-甲基苯甲酸

Also known as: 2,3-DIHYDROXY-5-METHYL-BENZOIC ACID, Benzoic acid, 2,3-dihydroxy-5-methyl-, 5-methyl-2,3-dihydroxybenzoic acid

2,3-Dihydroxy-5-methylbenzoic acid (CAS 6049-93-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8O4 and a molecular weight of 168.14700 g/mol. It is also known as 2,3-DIHYDROXY-5-METHYL-BENZOIC ACID, Benzoic acid, 2,3-dihydroxy-5-methyl- and 5-methyl-2,3-dihydroxybenzoic acid. Key properties include a boiling point of 364.977ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.461g/cm3 and a flash point of 188.717ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
6049-93-0
Jingsj CID
J-1152992-9
Molecular Formula
C8H8O4
Chinese Name
2,3-二羟基-5-甲基苯甲酸
Molecular Weight
168.14700 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point364.977ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.461g/cm3
Flash Point188.717ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2,3-Dihydroxy-5-methylbenzoic acid?

The CAS number of 2,3-Dihydroxy-5-methylbenzoic acid is 6049-93-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,3-Dihydroxy-5-methylbenzoic acid?

2,3-Dihydroxy-5-methylbenzoic acid has molecular formula C8H8O4 and molecular weight 168.14700 g/mol.

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