Methyl 3-methoxysalicylate
Also known as: Methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoate, 2-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoic Acid Methyl Ester, Methyl 2-Hydroxy-m-anisate, 2-Hydroxy-m-anisic Acid Methyl Ester, 3-Methoxysalicylic Acid Methyl Ester, AKOS 214-56, MFCD00239511, EINECS 228-737-5, NSC46637
Methyl 3-methoxysalicylate (CAS 6342-70-7) 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 182.17300 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 65-68 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 256.1ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.216g/cm3 and a flash point of 97.8ºC. 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.
- 6342-70-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-35312-8
- Molecular Formula
- C9H10O4
- Molecular Weight
- 182.17300 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 65-68 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 256.1ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.216g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 97.8ºC |
| Exact Mass | 182.05800 |
| PSA | 55.76000 |
| LogP | 1.18740 |
| Refractive Index | 1.534 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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 3-methoxysalicylate?
The CAS number of Methyl 3-methoxysalicylate is 6342-70-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 3-methoxysalicylate?
Methyl 3-methoxysalicylate has molecular formula C9H10O4 and molecular weight 182.17300 g/mol.
Is Methyl 3-methoxysalicylate hazardous?
Methyl 3-methoxysalicylate 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 3-methoxysalicylate?
For Methyl 3-methoxysalicylate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 2-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoic acid, Methyl 2,3-dimethoxybenzoate; Downstream Products: 3-Isopropylbenzene-1,2-diol, 2-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzamide, Methyl 5-allyl-3-methoxysalicylate.
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