Methyl 5-iodosalicylate
Also known as: Methyl 2-hydroxy-5-iodobenzoate, 2-Hydroxy-5-iodobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester, 5-Iodosalicylic Acid Methyl Ester, Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-5-iodo-, methyl ester, Salicylic acid, 5-iodo-, methyl ester, Methyl 2-hydroxy-5-iodobenzenecarboxylate, NSC 66548, MFCD00016462, RARECHEM AL BF 0824, TIMTEC-BB SBB002390, BUTTPARK 89\07-44
Methyl 5-iodosalicylate (CAS 4068-75-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7IO3 and a molecular weight of 278.044 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 73-78 °C, a boiling point of 310.0±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 141.3±25.1 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 4068-75-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-24575-0
- Molecular Formula
- C8H7IO3
- Molecular Weight
- 278.044 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 73-78 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 310.0±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 141.3±25.1 °C |
| Exact Mass | 277.943970 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 3.74 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.633 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918290000 |
|---|---|
| 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 Methyl 5-iodosalicylate?
The CAS number of Methyl 5-iodosalicylate is 4068-75-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 5-iodosalicylate?
Methyl 5-iodosalicylate has molecular formula C8H7IO3 and molecular weight 278.044 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 5-iodosalicylate?
For Methyl 5-iodosalicylate, Upstream Products: Methyl salicylate, Methanol, 5-Iodosalicylic acid; Downstream Products: Methyl 2-ethoxy-5-iodobenzoate, methyl 5-cyano-2-hydroxybenzoate, 5-iodo-3(2H)-benzofuranone.
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