Benzeneacetic acid, 2-(methoxycarbonyl)-, methyl ester
Also known as: methyl 2-(2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)benzoate, methyl 2-(2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)benzenecarboxylate, dimethyl homophthalate, homophthalic acid dimethyl ester, methyl 2-(methoxycarbonyl)phenylacetate, 2-methoxycarbonylmethyl-benzoic acid methyl ester, methyl 2-[2-(methoxycarbonyl)phenyl]acetate
Benzeneacetic acid, 2-(methoxycarbonyl)-, methyl ester (CAS 716-43-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H12O4 and a molecular weight of 208.21100 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 54.8-56.2 °C, a boiling point of 303.5ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.155g/cm3 and a flash point of 148.9ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 716-43-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-1505341-5
- Molecular Formula
- C11H12O4
- Molecular Weight
- 208.21100 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 54.8-56.2 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 303.5ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.155g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 148.9ºC |
| Exact Mass | 208.07400 |
| PSA | 52.60000 |
| LogP | 1.18870 |
| Refractive Index | 1.511 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918990090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Benzeneacetic acid, 2-(methoxycarbonyl)-, methyl ester?
The CAS number of Benzeneacetic acid, 2-(methoxycarbonyl)-, methyl ester is 716-43-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzeneacetic acid, 2-(methoxycarbonyl)-, methyl ester?
Benzeneacetic acid, 2-(methoxycarbonyl)-, methyl ester has molecular formula C11H12O4 and molecular weight 208.21100 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Benzeneacetic acid, 2-(methoxycarbonyl)-, methyl ester?
For Benzeneacetic acid, 2-(methoxycarbonyl)-, methyl ester, Upstream Products: Homophthalic acid, Methanol, Dimethyl sulfate; Downstream Products: Homophthalic acid, 2-(2-Methoxy-2-oxoethyl)benzoic acid, Homophthalic anhydride.
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