2-Methoxybenzoic acid
Also known as: o-Anisic acid, 2-Methoxybenzoic acid, o-Methoxybenzoic acid, Salicylic acid methyl ether, O-Methylsalicylic acid, 2-Anisic acid, 2-Carboxyanisole, 2-Methoxy-benzoic acid, 2-OMeC6H4COOH, Benzoic acid, 2-methoxy-, Methylsalicylic acid, ortho-Anisic acid, ortho-Methoxybenzoic acid
2-Methoxybenzoic acid (CAS 579-75-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8O3 and a molecular weight of 152.147 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 98-100 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 279.9±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 116.3±13.3 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 579-75-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-35274-9
- Molecular Formula
- C8H8O3
- Molecular Weight
- 152.147 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 98-100 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 279.9±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 116.3±13.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 152.047348 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 1.50 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.546 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Meuwly P, et al. Ortho-anisic acid as internal standard for the simultaneous quantitation of salicylic acid and its putative biosynthetic precursors in cucumber leaves. Anal Biochem. 1993 Nov 1;214(2):500-5. |
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 2-Methoxybenzoic acid?
The CAS number of 2-Methoxybenzoic acid is 579-75-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methoxybenzoic acid?
2-Methoxybenzoic acid has molecular formula C8H8O3 and molecular weight 152.147 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methoxybenzoic acid?
For 2-Methoxybenzoic acid, Upstream Products: 2-Bromoanisole, Carbon dioxide, Methyl 2-methoxybenzoate; Downstream Products: Methyl 2-methoxybenzoate, Salicylic acid, Methyl salicylate.
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