5-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid

5-羟基-2-甲基苯甲酸

Also known as: 5,2-Cresotic acid, 5-Hydroxy-o-toluic acid, 5-hydroxy-2-Methybenzoic acid, 5-HYDROXY-2-METHYL-BENZOIC ACID, Benzoic acid, 5-hydroxy-2-methyl-, 5-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid 98%, 5-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid, 97%

5-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid (CAS 578-22-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8O3 and a molecular weight of 152.147 g/mol. It is also known as 5,2-Cresotic acid, 5-Hydroxy-o-toluic acid and 5-hydroxy-2-Methybenzoic acid. Key properties include a melting point of 182-187ºC, a boiling point of 343.8±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 175.9±21.1 °C. GHS signal word: Danger. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
578-22-3
Jingsj CID
J-1419549-3
Molecular Formula
C8H8O3
Chinese Name
5-羟基-2-甲基苯甲酸
Molecular Weight
152.147 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point182-187ºC
Boiling Point343.8±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point175.9±21.1 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / IrritantSignal word: Danger

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 5-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid?

The CAS number of 5-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid is 578-22-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid?

5-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid has molecular formula C8H8O3 and molecular weight 152.147 g/mol.

Is 5-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid hazardous?

5-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid has GHS signal word Danger.

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