Methyl 2,6-dihydroxy-4-methylbenzoate

2,6-二羟基-4-甲基苯甲酸甲酯

Also known as: Methyl 2,6-dihydroxy-p-toluate, Benzoic acid, 2,6-dihydroxy-4-methyl-, methyl ester, Methyl 2,6-dihydroxy-4-methylbenzenecarboxylate, 2,6-Dihydroxy-4-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester, Methyl 2,6-dihydroxy-p-toluate, Resorcylic acid, gamma, 4-methyl-, methyl ester, EINECS 240-870-0, MFCD00012063

Methyl 2,6-dihydroxy-4-methylbenzoate (CAS 16846-10-9) 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. It is also known as Methyl 2,6-dihydroxy-p-toluate, Benzoic acid, 2,6-dihydroxy-4-methyl-, methyl ester and Methyl 2,6-dihydroxy-4-methylbenzenecarboxylate. Key properties include a melting point of 96-98ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 277.7ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.296g/cm3 and a flash point of 108.5ºC. GHS signal word: Warning. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.

16846-10-9

Jingsj CID

J-42894-7

Molecular Formula

C₉H₁₀O₄

Chinese Name

2,6-二羟基-4-甲基苯甲酸甲酯

Molecular Weight

182.17300 g/mol

Category

Organic Acids

Last updated

8/21/2026