Methyl 5-iodo-2-methylbenzoate

5-碘-2-甲基苯甲酸甲酯

Also known as: 5-iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester, methyl 2-methyl-5-iodobenzoate, Benzoic acid, 5-iodo-2-methyl-, methyl ester, 5-iodo-2-methyl-benzoic acid methyl ester

Methyl 5-iodo-2-methylbenzoate (CAS 103440-54-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H9IO2 and a molecular weight of 276.071 g/mol. It is also known as 5-iodo-2-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester, methyl 2-methyl-5-iodobenzoate and Benzoic acid, 5-iodo-2-methyl-, methyl ester. Key properties include a melting point of 60 °C, a boiling point of 290.4±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.7±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 129.4±24.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
103440-54-6
Jingsj CID
J-1430029-9
Molecular Formula
C9H9IO2
Chinese Name
5-碘-2-甲基苯甲酸甲酯
Molecular Weight
276.071 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point60 °C
Boiling Point290.4±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.7±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point129.4±24.0 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 5-iodo-2-methylbenzoate?

The CAS number of Methyl 5-iodo-2-methylbenzoate is 103440-54-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 5-iodo-2-methylbenzoate?

Methyl 5-iodo-2-methylbenzoate has molecular formula C9H9IO2 and molecular weight 276.071 g/mol.

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