Ethyl 2-methylbenzoate

邻甲基苯甲酸乙酯

Also known as: Ethyl o-toluate, Ethyl 2-toluate, Ethyl o-methylbenzoate, o-Toluic acid ethyl ester, 2-Methylbenzoic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl orthotoluate

Ethyl 2-methylbenzoate (CAS 87-24-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12O2 and a molecular weight of 164.201 g/mol. It is also known as Ethyl o-toluate, Ethyl 2-toluate and Ethyl o-methylbenzoate. Key properties include a melting point of -10ºC, a boiling point of 227.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 91.7±0.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
87-24-1
Jingsj CID
J-1385360-6
Molecular Formula
C10H12O2
Chinese Name
邻甲基苯甲酸乙酯
Molecular Weight
164.201 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

No offers for this compound yet.

Request a quote

Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-10ºC
Boiling Point227.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point91.7±0.0 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Ethyl 2-methylbenzoate?

The CAS number of Ethyl 2-methylbenzoate is 87-24-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 2-methylbenzoate?

Ethyl 2-methylbenzoate has molecular formula C10H12O2 and molecular weight 164.201 g/mol.

Data compiled from public chemical databases and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.

Last updated:

How to cite: Jingsj. "Ethyl 2-methylbenzoate (CAS 87-24-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1385360-6 (accessed 2026-10-22).

Data for reference only; verify specifications, grades and regulatory status with suppliers before purchase.