2-Hydroxy-3-isopropyl-6-methylbenzoic acid

Also known as: o-Thymotic acid, 3-Isopropyl-6-methylsalicylic acid, 6-Methyl-3-isopropylsalicylic acid, Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-6-methyl-3-(1-methylethyl)-, 2-Hydroxy-6-methyl-3-(propan-2-yl)benzoic acid, 2-Thymolcarboxylic acid, 2-Thymotic acid, Orthothymotic acid, o-Thymotinic acid, 2-Hydroxy-3-isopropyl-6-methyl-benzoesaeure, 3-Hydroxy-p-cymene-2-carboxylic acid, NSC76970

2-Hydroxy-3-isopropyl-6-methylbenzoic acid (CAS 548-51-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H14O3 and a molecular weight of 194.22700 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 127-129ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 316.3ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.164g/cm3 and a flash point of 159.3ºC. 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.

548-51-6

Jingsj CID

J-41009-3

Molecular Formula

C₁₁H₁₄O₃

Molecular Weight

194.22700 g/mol

Category

Organic Acids

Last updated

8/21/2026