3,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxybenzoic acid
Also known as: 3,5-Dimethyl-p-anisic acid, 4-Methoxy-3,5-dimethylbenzoic acid, 3,5-Dimethyl-4-anisic acid, Benzoic acid, 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl-
3,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxybenzoic acid (CAS 21553-46-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12O3 and a molecular weight of 180.201 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 191-195 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 293.5±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 113.8±19.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 21553-46-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-44196-3
- Molecular Formula
- C10H12O3
- Molecular Weight
- 180.201 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 191-195 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 293.5±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 113.8±19.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 180.078644 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 2.88 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.537 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
- H319 — Causes serious eye 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 3,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxybenzoic acid?
The CAS number of 3,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxybenzoic acid is 21553-46-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxybenzoic acid?
3,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxybenzoic acid has molecular formula C10H12O3 and molecular weight 180.201 g/mol.
Is 3,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxybenzoic acid hazardous?
3,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxybenzoic acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxybenzoic acid?
For 3,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxybenzoic acid, Upstream Products: 4-Methoxy-3,5-dimethylbenzonitrile, 4-Bromo-2,6-dimethylanisole, 1-(4-Methoxy-3,5-dimethylphenyl)ethanone; Downstream Products: 4-Hydroxy-3,5-dimethylbenzoic acid.
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