Methyl vanillate
Also known as: 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoic acid methyl ester, Methyl 4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoate, Vanillic acid methyl ester, Benzoic acid, 4-hydroxy-3-methoxy-, methyl ester, Methyl 3-methoxy-4-hydroxybenzoate, NSC 74385, MFCD00008438
Methyl vanillate (CAS 3943-74-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H10O4 and a molecular weight of 182.173 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 64-67 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 286.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 120.2±15.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 3943-74-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-34515-3
- Molecular Formula
- C9H10O4
- Molecular Weight
- 182.173 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 64-67 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 286.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 120.2±15.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 182.057907 |
| PSA | 55.76000 |
| LogP | 1.54 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.534 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Wnt/β-catenin[1] |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Cha PH, et al. Hovenia dulcis Thunb extract and its ingredient methyl vanillate activate Wnt/β-catenin pathway and increase bone mass in growing or ovariectomized mice. PLoS One. 2014 Jan 22;9(1):e85546. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918990090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl vanillate?
The CAS number of Methyl vanillate is 3943-74-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl vanillate?
Methyl vanillate has molecular formula C9H10O4 and molecular weight 182.173 g/mol.
Is Methyl vanillate hazardous?
Methyl vanillate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl vanillate?
For Methyl vanillate, Upstream Products: Methanol, Vanillic acid, Methyl 4-(benzyloxy)-3-methoxybenzoate; Downstream Products: Methyl 4-(benzyloxy)-3-methoxybenzoate, Methyl 4-hydroxy-3-methoxy-5-nitrobenzoate, methyl 4-(2-hydroxyethoxy)-3-methoxybenzoate.
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