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4-Hydroxy-5-methylisophthalic acid

Also known as: 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 4-hydroxy-5-methyl-, 4-Hydroxy-5-methyl-1,3-benzenedicarboxylic acid, 4-hydroxy-5-methylbenzene-1,3-dicarboxylic acid, 4-hydroxy-5-methylbenzene-1,3-dicarboxylic acid, Isophthalic acid, 4-hydroxy-5-methyl-, NSC 21480

4-Hydroxy-5-methylisophthalic acid (CAS 4365-31-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H8O5 and a molecular weight of 196.15700 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 432.2ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.518g/cm3 and a flash point of 229.3ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
4365-31-5
Jingsj CID
J-1451801-5
Molecular Formula
C9H8O5
Molecular Weight
196.15700 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point432.2ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.518g/cm3
Flash Point229.3ºC
Exact Mass196.03700
PSA94.83000
LogP1.09700
Refractive Index1.644

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918290000
SummaryHS: 2918290000 other carboxylic acids with phenol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) VAT:17.0% MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Hydroxy-5-methylisophthalic acid?

The CAS number of 4-Hydroxy-5-methylisophthalic acid is 4365-31-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Hydroxy-5-methylisophthalic acid?

4-Hydroxy-5-methylisophthalic acid has molecular formula C9H8O5 and molecular weight 196.15700 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Hydroxy-5-methylisophthalic acid?

For 4-Hydroxy-5-methylisophthalic acid, Upstream Products: diethyl 4-hydroxy-5-methylbenzene-1,3-dicarboxylate, Carbon tetrachloride, 3-Methylsalicylic acid; Downstream Products: o-Cresol, dimethyl 4-hydroxy-5-methylbenzene-1,3-dicarboxylate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "4-Hydroxy-5-methylisophthalic acid (CAS 4365-31-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1451801-5 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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