4-Amino-3-methylbenzoic acid
Also known as: 3-Methyl-4-aminobenzoic acid, 4-Amino-m-toluic acid, 4-Amino-3-methylbenzenecarboxylic acid, Benzoic acid, 4-amino-3-methyl-, RARECHEM AL BO 2396, MFCD00007736, EINECS 219-629-9
4-Amino-3-methylbenzoic acid (CAS 2486-70-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 151.163 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 169-171 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 339.5±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 159.1±24.6 °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.
- 2486-70-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-1517097-5
- Molecular Formula
- C8H9NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 151.163 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 169-171 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 339.5±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 159.1±24.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 151.063324 |
| PSA | 63.32000 |
| LogP | 1.29 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.618 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2922499990 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS:2922499990 other amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters; salts thereof VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 4-Amino-3-methylbenzoic acid?
The CAS number of 4-Amino-3-methylbenzoic acid is 2486-70-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Amino-3-methylbenzoic acid?
4-Amino-3-methylbenzoic acid has molecular formula C8H9NO2 and molecular weight 151.163 g/mol.
Is 4-Amino-3-methylbenzoic acid hazardous?
4-Amino-3-methylbenzoic acid 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 4-Amino-3-methylbenzoic acid?
For 4-Amino-3-methylbenzoic acid, Upstream Products: 3-Methyl-4-nitrobenzoic acid, 3-Methylbenzoic acid; Downstream Products: Methyl 1H-indazole-5-carboxylate, 3-Methyl-4-nitrobenzoic acid, Ethyl 4-amino-3-methylbenzoate.
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