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Methyl 1,3-benzodioxole-5-carboxylate

Also known as: Methyl piperonylate, Methyl 3,4-methylenedioxybenzoate, Methyl benzo[d][1,3]dioxole-5-carboxylate, Methyl 2H-1,3-benzodioxole-5-carboxylate, 1,3-Benzodioxole-5-carboxylic acid methyl ester, AI3-30387, NSC 21790

Methyl 1,3-benzodioxole-5-carboxylate (CAS 326-56-7) 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 180.15700 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 50ºC, a boiling point of 271.1ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.3g/cm3 and a flash point of 117.3ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
326-56-7
Jingsj CID
J-1180452-7
Molecular Formula
C9H8O4
Molecular Weight
180.15700 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point50ºC
Boiling Point271.1ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.3g/cm3
Flash Point117.3ºC
Exact Mass180.04200
PSA44.76000
LogP1.20190

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 1,3-benzodioxole-5-carboxylate?

The CAS number of Methyl 1,3-benzodioxole-5-carboxylate is 326-56-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 1,3-benzodioxole-5-carboxylate?

Methyl 1,3-benzodioxole-5-carboxylate has molecular formula C9H8O4 and molecular weight 180.15700 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 1,3-benzodioxole-5-carboxylate?

For Methyl 1,3-benzodioxole-5-carboxylate, Upstream Products: Methanol, Piperonylic acid, Piperonyl alcohol; Downstream Products: 3,4-Dimethoxytoluene, Piperonyl alcohol, 4-methylcatechol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl 1,3-benzodioxole-5-carboxylate (CAS 326-56-7)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1180452-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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