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Methyl 3-methylbenzoate

Also known as: Methyl m-toluate, m-Toluic acid methyl ester, 3-Methylbenzoic acid methyl ester, Benzoic acid, 3-methyl-, methyl ester, Methyl 3-toluate, Methyl m-methylbenzoate, 1-methoxycarbonyl-3-methylbenzene, MFCD00008436, EINECS 202-753-2

Methyl 3-methylbenzoate (CAS 99-36-5) 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 boiling point of 221.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 95.6±0.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
99-36-5
Jingsj CID
J-1335744-3
Molecular Formula
C9H10O2
Molecular Weight
150.174 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point221.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point95.6±0.0 °C
Exact Mass150.068085
PSA26.30000
LogP2.66
Vapor Pressure0.1±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.509

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2916399090
Summary2916399090 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 Methyl 3-methylbenzoate?

The CAS number of Methyl 3-methylbenzoate is 99-36-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 3-methylbenzoate?

Methyl 3-methylbenzoate has molecular formula C9H10O2 and molecular weight 150.174 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 3-methylbenzoate?

For Methyl 3-methylbenzoate, Upstream Products: Methanol, m-Tolualdehyde, 3-Bromotoluene; Downstream Products: Methyl 3-methyl-2-nitrobenzoate, Methyl 5-Methyl-2-Nitrobenzoate, 3-Methylbenzyl alcohol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl 3-methylbenzoate (CAS 99-36-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1335744-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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