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Ethyl 2-hydroxy-6-methylbenzoate

Also known as: Ethyl 6-methylsalicylate, 6-Methylsalicylic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl 6-Methylsalicylate, 2-Hydroxy-6-methylbenzoic acid ethyl ester, Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-6-methyl-, ethyl ester

Ethyl 2-hydroxy-6-methylbenzoate (CAS 6555-40-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12O3 and a molecular weight of 180.201 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 45°C, a boiling point of 248.6±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 98.2±14.5 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
6555-40-4
Jingsj CID
J-22536-5
Molecular Formula
C10H12O3
Molecular Weight
180.201 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point45°C
Boiling Point248.6±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point98.2±14.5 °C
Exact Mass180.078644
PSA46.53000
LogP3.23
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.535
Storage Conditions2-8°C

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918290000
SummaryHS: 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 Ethyl 2-hydroxy-6-methylbenzoate?

The CAS number of Ethyl 2-hydroxy-6-methylbenzoate is 6555-40-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 2-hydroxy-6-methylbenzoate?

Ethyl 2-hydroxy-6-methylbenzoate has molecular formula C10H12O3 and molecular weight 180.201 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Ethyl 2-hydroxy-6-methylbenzoate?

For Ethyl 2-hydroxy-6-methylbenzoate, Upstream Products: Ethyl 2-methoxy-6-methylbenzoate, Crotonaldehyde, Ethyl 2-chloroacetoacetate; Downstream Products: Ethyl 2-methoxy-6-methylbenzoate, 2-Hydroxy-6-methylbenzoic acid, Methyl 2-hydroxy-6-methylbenzoate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Ethyl 2-hydroxy-6-methylbenzoate (CAS 6555-40-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-22536-5 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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