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Methyl 2,4,6-trihydroxybenzoate

Also known as: 2,4,6-Trihydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester, Phloroglucinolcarboxylic acid methyl ester, Methyl phloroglucinolcarboxylate, Benzoic acid, 2,4,6-trihydroxy-, methyl ester, RARECHEM AL BF 0039, 2,4,6-trihydroxy-benzoicacimethylester, Methyl 2,4,6-trihydroxybenzoate, 98+%

Methyl 2,4,6-trihydroxybenzoate (CAS 3147-39-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8O5 and a molecular weight of 184.15 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 174-176°C, a boiling point of 359.5ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.501g/cm3 and a flash point of 150.3ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
3147-39-5
Jingsj CID
J-33961-7
Molecular Formula
C8H8O5
Molecular Weight
184.15 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point174-176°C
Boiling Point359.5ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.501g/cm3
Flash Point150.3ºC
Exact Mass184.03700
PSA86.99000
LogP0.59000
Refractive Index1.63

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Conradt D, et al. Biocatalytic Properties and Structural Analysis of Phloroglucinol Reductases. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl. 2016;55(50):15531-15534.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918290000
SummaryHS: 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 2,4,6-trihydroxybenzoate?

The CAS number of Methyl 2,4,6-trihydroxybenzoate is 3147-39-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2,4,6-trihydroxybenzoate?

Methyl 2,4,6-trihydroxybenzoate has molecular formula C8H8O5 and molecular weight 184.15 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 2,4,6-trihydroxybenzoate?

For Methyl 2,4,6-trihydroxybenzoate, Upstream Products: 2,4,6-Trihydroxybenzoic acid, Dimethyl sulfate, 1,1'-Carbonyldiimidazole; Downstream Products: Methyl 2,4,6-trimethoxybenzoate, 2,4-Dimethylbenzene-1,3,5-triol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl 2,4,6-trihydroxybenzoate (CAS 3147-39-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-33961-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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