Ethyl 2-hydroxy-5-methylbenzoate
Also known as: Ethyl 5-methylsalicylate, 2-Hydroxy-5-methylbenzoic acid ethyl ester, 2,5-Cresotic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl 6-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoate
Ethyl 2-hydroxy-5-methylbenzoate (CAS 34265-58-2) 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 180.20000 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 259.9ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.136g/cm3 and a flash point of 104.9ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H312 — Harmful in contact with skin. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 34265-58-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-4488-2
- Molecular Formula
- C10H12O3
- Molecular Weight
- 180.20000 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 259.9ºC at 760mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.136g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 104.9ºC |
| Exact Mass | 180.07900 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 1.87730 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.522(lit.) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918290000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS: 2918290000 other carboxylic acids with phenol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) VAT:17.0% MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Ethyl 2-hydroxy-5-methylbenzoate?
The CAS number of Ethyl 2-hydroxy-5-methylbenzoate is 34265-58-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 2-hydroxy-5-methylbenzoate?
Ethyl 2-hydroxy-5-methylbenzoate has molecular formula C10H12O3 and molecular weight 180.20000 g/mol.
Is Ethyl 2-hydroxy-5-methylbenzoate hazardous?
Ethyl 2-hydroxy-5-methylbenzoate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Ethyl 2-hydroxy-5-methylbenzoate?
For Ethyl 2-hydroxy-5-methylbenzoate, Upstream Products: Methacrolein, Ethyl 4-chloroacetoacetate, 5-Methylsalicylic acid; Downstream Products: 2-Hydroxy-5-methylbenzamide.
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