tert-butyl 4-methylbenzoate
Also known as: 4-Methyl-benzoic acid tert-butyl ester, tert-Butyl p-methylbenzoate, Benzoic acid, 4-methyl-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester, BENZOICACID,4-METHYL-,1,1-DIMETHYLETHYLESTER(9CI), 4-METHYL-BENZOIC ACID, 1,1-DIMETHYLETHYL ESTER, TERT BUTYL P-TOLUATE, t-Butyl-4-methylbenzoate, 2-Methyl-2-propanyl 4-methylbenzoate, tert-Butyl p-toluate
tert-butyl 4-methylbenzoate (CAS 13756-42-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H16O2 and a molecular weight of 192.254 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 256.2±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 112.2±5.1 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 13756-42-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-1511563-6
- Molecular Formula
- C12H16O2
- Molecular Weight
- 192.254 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 256.2±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 112.2±5.1 °C |
| Exact Mass | 192.115036 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 3.88 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.499 |
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 tert-butyl 4-methylbenzoate?
The CAS number of tert-butyl 4-methylbenzoate is 13756-42-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of tert-butyl 4-methylbenzoate?
tert-butyl 4-methylbenzoate has molecular formula C12H16O2 and molecular weight 192.254 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of tert-butyl 4-methylbenzoate?
For tert-butyl 4-methylbenzoate, Upstream Products: 4-Methylbenzoyl chloride, tert-Butanol, Lithium tert-butoxide; Downstream Products: tert-Butyl 4-(bromomethyl)benzoate, 4-Methylbenzoic acid.
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