3-Methoxybenzoic acid
Also known as: m-Anisic acid, meta-Anisic acid, m-Methoxybenzoic acid, 3-Anisic acid, Benzoic acid, 3-methoxy-, FEMA 3944
3-Methoxybenzoic acid (CAS 586-38-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8O3 and a molecular weight of 152.147 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 105-107 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 308.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 123.3±13.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 586-38-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-44854-4
- Molecular Formula
- C8H8O3
- Molecular Weight
- 152.147 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 105-107 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 308.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 123.3±13.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 152.047348 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 2.02 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.546 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Patrı´cia R. Dametto, et al. Synthesis, characterization and thermal behaviour of solid-state compounds of europium(III) and gadolinium(III) 3-methoxybenzoate. J Therm Anal Calorim (2009) 97:765–768. |
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-Methoxybenzoic acid?
The CAS number of 3-Methoxybenzoic acid is 586-38-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methoxybenzoic acid?
3-Methoxybenzoic acid has molecular formula C8H8O3 and molecular weight 152.147 g/mol.
Is 3-Methoxybenzoic acid hazardous?
3-Methoxybenzoic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Methoxybenzoic acid?
For 3-Methoxybenzoic acid, Upstream Products: 3-Chloroanisole, 1-Butanol, 3-Hydroxybenzoic acid; Downstream Products: 5-Methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid, 2-Chloro-3-methoxybenzoic acid, 2-Iodo-5-methoxybenzoic acid.
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