Methyl 2,6-dihydroxybenzoate
Also known as: 2,6-Dihydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester, Methyl γ-resorcylate, γ-Resorcylic acid methyl ester, Benzoic acid, 2,6-dihydroxy-, methyl ester, AKOS 227-38, RARECHEM AL BF 0252, MFCD00059619
Methyl 2,6-dihydroxybenzoate (CAS 2150-45-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8O4 and a molecular weight of 168.147 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 67-70 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 253.6±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 101.1±15.3 °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.
- 2150-45-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-37020-7
- Molecular Formula
- C8H8O4
- Molecular Weight
- 168.147 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 67-70 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 253.6±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 101.1±15.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 168.042252 |
| PSA | 66.76000 |
| LogP | 2.29 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.588 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Vitalini S, et al. Primula spectabilis Tratt. aerial parts: morphology, volatile compounds and flavonoids. Phytochemistry. 2011 Aug;72(11-12):1371-8. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918290000 |
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| Summary | HS: 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 2,6-dihydroxybenzoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 2,6-dihydroxybenzoate is 2150-45-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2,6-dihydroxybenzoate?
Methyl 2,6-dihydroxybenzoate has molecular formula C8H8O4 and molecular weight 168.147 g/mol.
Is Methyl 2,6-dihydroxybenzoate hazardous?
Methyl 2,6-dihydroxybenzoate 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 2,6-dihydroxybenzoate?
For Methyl 2,6-dihydroxybenzoate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 2,6-Dihydroxybenzoic acid, iodomethane; Downstream Products: Euxanthone, Methyl 2-(benzyloxy)-6-hydroxybenzoate, 2,6-Dihydroxybenzamide.
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