3-Chloro-5-hydroxybenzoic acid
Also known as: 3-chloro-5-hydroxybenzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 3-chloro-5-hydroxy-, 5-(hydroxy)-3-chlorobenzoic acid, 3-chloro-5-hydroxy BA
3-Chloro-5-hydroxybenzoic acid (CAS 53984-36-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H5ClO3 and a molecular weight of 172.566 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 364.8±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 174.4±23.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 53984-36-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-1972763-0
- Molecular Formula
- C7H5ClO3
- Molecular Weight
- 172.566 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 364.8±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
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| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 174.4±23.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 171.992722 |
| PSA | 57.53000 |
| LogP | 2.83 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.630 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Dvorak CA, et al. Identification of Hydroxybenzoic Acids as Selective Lactate Receptor (GPR81) Agonists with Antilipolytic Effects. ACS Med Chem Lett. 2012;3(8):637-639. Published 2012 Jun 11. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918290000 |
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| Summary | HS: 2918290000 other carboxylic acids with phenol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) VAT:17.0% MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 3-Chloro-5-hydroxybenzoic acid?
The CAS number of 3-Chloro-5-hydroxybenzoic acid is 53984-36-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Chloro-5-hydroxybenzoic acid?
3-Chloro-5-hydroxybenzoic acid has molecular formula C7H5ClO3 and molecular weight 172.566 g/mol.
Is 3-Chloro-5-hydroxybenzoic acid hazardous?
3-Chloro-5-hydroxybenzoic acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H318 — Causes serious eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Chloro-5-hydroxybenzoic acid?
For 3-Chloro-5-hydroxybenzoic acid, Upstream Products: 3-Chloro-5-methoxybenzoic acid; Downstream Products: Methyl 3-chloro-5-hydroxybenzoate.
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