Methyl o-toluate
Also known as: Methyl 2-methylbenzoate, Methyl 2-toluate, Methyl o-methylbenzoate, o-Toluic acid methyl ester, 2-Methylbenzoic acid methyl ester
Methyl o-toluate (CAS 89-71-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H10O2 and a molecular weight of 150.174 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -50ºC, a boiling point of 215.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 82.2±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 89-71-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-1492395-6
- Molecular Formula
- C9H10O2
- Molecular Weight
- 150.174 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -50ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 215.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 82.2±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 150.068085 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 2.66 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.2±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.509 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916399090 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 o-toluate?
The CAS number of Methyl o-toluate is 89-71-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl o-toluate?
Methyl o-toluate has molecular formula C9H10O2 and molecular weight 150.174 g/mol.
Is Methyl o-toluate hazardous?
Methyl o-toluate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl o-toluate?
For Methyl o-toluate, Upstream Products: o-Toluic acid, Methanol, 2-Methylbenzaldehyde; Downstream Products: 3-(2-Methylphenyl)-3-oxopropanenitrile, Methyl 2-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate, Methyl 2-methyl-5-nitrobenzoate.
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