Methyl 4-formylbenzoate
Also known as: 4-Formylbenzoic Acid Methyl Ester, Benzoic acid, 4-formyl-, methyl ester, Methyl terephthalaldehydate, Terephthalaldehydic acid methyl ester, p-Formylbenzoic acid methyl ester, p-Methoxycarbonylbenzaldehyde, Methyl para-formylbenzoate, MFCD00006950, EINECS 216-385-5
Methyl 4-formylbenzoate (CAS 1571-08-0) 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 melting point of 59-63 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 265.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 122.5±22.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 1571-08-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-27078-0
- Molecular Formula
- C9H8O3
- Molecular Weight
- 164.158 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 59-63 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 265.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 122.5±22.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 164.047348 |
| PSA | 43.37000 |
| LogP | 2.05 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.558 |
| Additional Property | insoluble |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918300090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918300090 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 4-formylbenzoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 4-formylbenzoate is 1571-08-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 4-formylbenzoate?
Methyl 4-formylbenzoate has molecular formula C9H8O3 and molecular weight 164.158 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 4-formylbenzoate?
For Methyl 4-formylbenzoate, Upstream Products: Methyl 4-bromobenzoate, Methyl 4-iodobenzoate, Methanol; Downstream Products: Methyl 4-(2-oxoethyl)benzoate, Methyl 4-(chloromethyl)benzoate, 4-(Difluoromethyl)benzoic acid.
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