Methyl o-tolylacetate
Also known as: Methyl 2-methylphenylacetate, Methyl (2-methylphenyl)acetate, 2-Methylbenzeneacetic acid methyl ester, Methyl 2-(o-tolyl)acetate, Benzeneacetic acid, 2-methyl-, methyl ester, MFCD00082780
Methyl o-tolylacetate (CAS 40851-62-5) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12O2 and a molecular weight of 164.201 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 229.8±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 101.9±17.1 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 40851-62-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-36400-1
- Molecular Formula
- C10H12O2
- Molecular Weight
- 164.201 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 229.8±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 101.9±17.1 °C |
| Exact Mass | 164.083725 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 2.43 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.505 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl o-tolylacetate?
The CAS number of Methyl o-tolylacetate is 40851-62-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl o-tolylacetate?
Methyl o-tolylacetate has molecular formula C10H12O2 and molecular weight 164.201 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl o-tolylacetate?
For Methyl o-tolylacetate, Upstream Products: Methanol, o-Tolylacetic acid, 2-Methylbenzyl chloride; Downstream Products: Methyl 2-(2-(bromomethyl)phenyl)-3-methoxyacrylate, 2-Methylphenethyl alcohol, Benzeneacetaldehyde, 2-methyl- (9CI).
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl o-tolylacetate (CAS 40851-62-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-36400-1 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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