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Methyl 2-formylbenzoate

Also known as: Methyl o-formylbenzoate, 2-Carbomethoxybenzaldehyde, Phthalaldehydic acid methyl ester, 2-Formylbenzoic acid methyl ester, Methyl 2-formylbenzenecarboxylate

Methyl 2-formylbenzoate (CAS 4122-56-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H8O3 and a molecular weight of 164.158 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 280.0±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 122.2±22.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
4122-56-9
Jingsj CID
J-27021-3
Molecular Formula
C9H8O3
Molecular Weight
164.158 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point280.0±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point122.2±22.7 °C
Exact Mass164.047348
PSA43.37000
LogP1.07
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.558

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918300090
Summary2918300090 other carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 2-formylbenzoate?

The CAS number of Methyl 2-formylbenzoate is 4122-56-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-formylbenzoate?

Methyl 2-formylbenzoate has molecular formula C9H8O3 and molecular weight 164.158 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 2-formylbenzoate?

For Methyl 2-formylbenzoate, Upstream Products: 2-Carboxybenzaldehyde, iodomethane, Methyl 2-iodobenzoate; Downstream Products: 3-methoxyisobenzofuran-1(3H)-one, Methyl hydrogen phthalate, Phthalide.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl 2-formylbenzoate (CAS 4122-56-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-27021-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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