methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoate
Also known as: Methyl 3-Methylsalicylate, Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-3-methyl-, methyl ester, Levegal PT, EINECS 245-557-2, MFCD00020051, 2,3-Cresotic acid, methyl ester, Methyl o-cresotinate, O-CRESOTINIC ACID METHYL ESTER, QR BVO1 F1, RARECHEM AL BF 0711, methyl 3-methyl-2-hydroxybenzoate
methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoate (CAS 23287-26-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H10O3 and a molecular weight of 166.174 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 28-30°C, a boiling point of 237.3±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 95.5±14.5 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 23287-26-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-26731-2
- Molecular Formula
- C9H10O3
- Molecular Weight
- 166.174 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 28-30°C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 237.3±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 95.5±14.5 °C |
| Exact Mass | 166.062988 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 2.69 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.542 |
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 2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoate?
The CAS number of methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoate is 23287-26-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoate?
methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoate has molecular formula C9H10O3 and molecular weight 166.174 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoate?
For methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoate, Upstream Products: 3-Methylsalicylic acid, Dimethyl sulfate, Methanol; Downstream Products: Dimethyl ether, 2-Methylanisole, Carbon dioxide.
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