5-Methoxysalicylic acid
Also known as: 2-Hydroxy-5-methoxybenzoic acid, 6-Hydroxy-m-anisic acid, 5-Methoxy-2-hydroxybenzoic acid, 6-Hydroxy-3-anisic acid, NSC 2579, m-Anisic acid,6-hydroxy-
5-Methoxysalicylic acid (CAS 2612-02-4) 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 141-143 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 347.0±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 146.5±17.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2612-02-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-44494-0
- 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 | 141-143 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 347.0±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 146.5±17.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 168.042252 |
| PSA | 66.76000 |
| LogP | 2.10 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.586 |
| Additional Property | 1.7 g/L (10 ºC) |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Lee D, et al. 5-Methoxysalicylic acid matrix for ganglioside analysis with matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization mass spectrometry. J Am Soc Mass Spectrom. 2015 Mar;26(3):522-5. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918990090 |
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| 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 5-Methoxysalicylic acid?
The CAS number of 5-Methoxysalicylic acid is 2612-02-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Methoxysalicylic acid?
5-Methoxysalicylic acid has molecular formula C8H8O4 and molecular weight 168.147 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-Methoxysalicylic acid?
For 5-Methoxysalicylic acid, Upstream Products: 3-Methoxybenzoic acid, 2,5-Dimethoxybenzoic acid, Carbon dioxide; Downstream Products: 2,5-Dihydroxybenzoic acid, 2-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)benzoxazole, 2-Hydroxy-5-methoxybenzaldehyde.
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