Methyl 3,4-dimethylbenzoate

Also known as: Methyl 3,4-dimethylbenzoate, 3,4-Dimethylbenzoic acid methyl ester, Benzoic acid, 3,4-dimethyl-, methyl ester, 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)-o-xylene, BUTTPARK 95\04-17, RARECHEM AL BF 0253, MFCD00219861, methyl ester of 3,4-dimethylbenzoic acid, 3,4-Dimethyl-benzoesaeure-methylester, 3,4-dimethyl-benzoic acid methyl ester

Methyl 3,4-dimethylbenzoate (CAS 38404-42-1) 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 164.20100 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 60-62 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 129 °C0.2 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.027g/cm3 and a flash point of 108.4ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 38404-42-1
Jingsj CID: J-22278-6
Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₂
Molecular Weight: 164.20100 g/mol
Category: Organic Acids
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	60-62 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point	129 °C0.2 mm Hg(lit.)
Density	1.027g/cm3
Flash Point	108.4ºC
Exact Mass	164.08400
PSA	26.30000
LogP	2.09000
Refractive Index	1.508

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2916399090
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 3,4-dimethylbenzoate?

The CAS number of Methyl 3,4-dimethylbenzoate is 38404-42-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 3,4-dimethylbenzoate?

Methyl 3,4-dimethylbenzoate has molecular formula C10H12O2 and molecular weight 164.20100 g/mol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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