Methyl 5-chloro-2-hydroxybenzoate
Also known as: 5-Chloro-2-hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester, 5-Chloro methylsalicylate, Methyl 5-chlorosalicylate, 5-Chlorosalicylic acid methyl ester, Benzoic acid, 5-chloro-2-hydroxy-, methyl ester, Salicylic acid, 5-chloro-, methyl ester, BUTTPARK 34\07-98, LABOTEST-BB LT00033611, RARECHEM AL BF 0041, MFCD00016461
Methyl 5-chloro-2-hydroxybenzoate (CAS 4068-78-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7ClO3 and a molecular weight of 186.592 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 46-50 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 260.5±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 111.4±21.8 °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.
- 4068-78-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-25012-4
- Molecular Formula
- C8H7ClO3
- Molecular Weight
- 186.592 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 46-50 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 260.5±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 111.4±21.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 186.008377 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 3.24 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.564 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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-chloro-2-hydroxybenzoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 5-chloro-2-hydroxybenzoate is 4068-78-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 5-chloro-2-hydroxybenzoate?
Methyl 5-chloro-2-hydroxybenzoate has molecular formula C8H7ClO3 and molecular weight 186.592 g/mol.
Is Methyl 5-chloro-2-hydroxybenzoate hazardous?
Methyl 5-chloro-2-hydroxybenzoate 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 Methyl 5-chloro-2-hydroxybenzoate?
For Methyl 5-chloro-2-hydroxybenzoate, Upstream Products: 5-Chlorosalicylic acid, Methanol, Methyl salicylate; Downstream Products: 5-Chlorobenzofuran-3(2H)-one, Methyl 5-chloro-2-cyanobenzoate, 3,4-Dihydro-4-methyl-3-oxo-2H-1,4-benzoxazine-8-carboxylic acid.
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