Ethyl 3-methylbenzoate
Also known as: Ethyl m-toluate, Ethyl 3-toluate, Ethyl m-methylbenzoate, 3-Methylbenzoic acid ethyl ester, Benzoic acid, 3-methyl-, ethyl ester, m-Toluic acid, ethyl ester, ETHYL 3-METHYLBENZOATE, ETHYL 3-TOLUATE, ETHYL M-METHYLBENZOATE, ETHYL M-TOLUATE, Ethyl-m-methyl benzoate, Ethyl-3-methylbenzoate, MFCD00009114, RARECHEM AL BI 0073
Ethyl 3-methylbenzoate (CAS 120-33-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12O2 and a molecular weight of 164.201 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 234.6±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 101.1±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.
- 120-33-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-1967761-3
- Molecular Formula
- C10H12O2
- Molecular Weight
- 164.201 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 234.6±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 101.1±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 164.083725 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 3.19 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.505 |
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 Ethyl 3-methylbenzoate?
The CAS number of Ethyl 3-methylbenzoate is 120-33-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 3-methylbenzoate?
Ethyl 3-methylbenzoate has molecular formula C10H12O2 and molecular weight 164.201 g/mol.
Is Ethyl 3-methylbenzoate hazardous?
Ethyl 3-methylbenzoate 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 Ethyl 3-methylbenzoate?
For Ethyl 3-methylbenzoate, Upstream Products: Ethanol, 3-Iodotoluene, 3-Chlorotoluene; Downstream Products: Ethyl 2-hydroxy-5-methylbenzoate, Ethyl 3-formylbenzoate, 2-(Chloromethyl)-5-(3-methylphenyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole.
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