Methyl 4-formylbenzoate

对甲酰基苯甲酸甲酯

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. It is also known as 4-Formylbenzoic Acid Methyl Ester, Benzoic acid, 4-formyl-, methyl ester and Methyl terephthalaldehydate. 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-27078-4
Molecular Formula
C9H8O3
Chinese Name
对甲酰基苯甲酸甲酯
Molecular Weight
164.158 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point59-63 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point265.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point122.5±22.7 °C

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.

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