Methyl 5-acetylsalicylate
Also known as: 5-Acetylsalicylic Acid Methyl Ester, Methyl 5-acetyl-2-hydroxybenzoate, 5-Acetyl-2-hydroxybenzoic Acid Methyl Ester, Methyl 2-hydroxy-5-acetylbenzoate, Methyl 5-acetyl-2-hydroxybenzoate, 5-ACETYL 2-METHYLSALICYLATE, METHYL 5-ACETHYLSALICYLATE, Benzoic acid, 5-acetyl-2-hydroxy-, methyl ester
Methyl 5-acetylsalicylate (CAS 16475-90-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H10O4 and a molecular weight of 194.184 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 62-64 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 345.4±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 138.0±17.2 °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.
- 16475-90-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-19168-4
- Molecular Formula
- C10H10O4
- Molecular Weight
- 194.184 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 62-64 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 345.4±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 138.0±17.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 194.057907 |
| PSA | 63.60000 |
| LogP | 2.45 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.548 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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 Methyl 5-acetylsalicylate?
The CAS number of Methyl 5-acetylsalicylate is 16475-90-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 5-acetylsalicylate?
Methyl 5-acetylsalicylate has molecular formula C10H10O4 and molecular weight 194.184 g/mol.
Is Methyl 5-acetylsalicylate hazardous?
Methyl 5-acetylsalicylate 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 5-acetylsalicylate?
For Methyl 5-acetylsalicylate, Upstream Products: Methyl salicylate, Methanol, 5-Acetylsalicylic acid; Downstream Products: 4-(2-Amino-1-hydroxyethyl)-2-(hydroxymethyl)phenol, Salmeterol, Spizofurone.
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