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Methyl 3-methylphenylacetate

Also known as: Methyl 2-(m-tolyl)acetate, Methyl m-tolylacetate, Methyl 2-(3-methylphenyl)acetate, Benzeneacetic acid, 3-methyl-, methyl ester, MFCD00968468, Methyl 3-methylbenzeneacetate

Methyl 3-methylphenylacetate (CAS 53088-69-0) 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 164.20100 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 226.9ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.035g/cm3 and a flash point of 99.8ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
53088-69-0
Jingsj CID
J-1391439-1
Molecular Formula
C10H12O2
Molecular Weight
164.20100 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point226.9ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.035g/cm3
Flash Point99.8ºC
Exact Mass164.08400
PSA26.30000
LogP1.71050
AppearanceLiquid | Clear colorless to slightly yellow
Refractive Index1.505

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-methylphenylacetate?

The CAS number of Methyl 3-methylphenylacetate is 53088-69-0.

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

Methyl 3-methylphenylacetate has molecular formula C10H12O2 and molecular weight 164.20100 g/mol.

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

For Methyl 3-methylphenylacetate, Upstream Products: Methanol, m-Tolylacetic acid, (Trimethylsilyl)diazomethane; Downstream Products: 3-Methylphenethyl alcohol, 2-(3-methylphenyl)acetaldehyde, [3-(1H-pyrazol-1-ylmethyl)phenyl]methanol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl 3-methylphenylacetate (CAS 53088-69-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1391439-1 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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