Methyl 3-formylbenzoate
Also known as: 3-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzaldehyde, 3-Carbomethoxybenzaldehyde, 3-formyl-benzoic acid methyl ester, 3-methoxycarbonylbenzaldehyde, Benzoic acid, 3-formyl-, methyl ester, Methyl m-formylbenzoate, Methyl benzaldehyde-3-carboxylate, m-carbomethoxybenzaldehyde, methyl 3-methanoylbenzoate, MFCD00189379
Methyl 3-formylbenzoate (CAS 52178-50-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H8O3 and a molecular weight of 164.158 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 48-55ºC, a boiling point of 272.8±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 118.2±22.7 °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.
- 52178-50-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-45326-9
- Molecular Formula
- C9H8O3
- Molecular Weight
- 164.158 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 48-55ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 272.8±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 118.2±22.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 164.047348 |
| PSA | 43.37000 |
| LogP | 1.90 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.558 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918300090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918300090 other carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl 3-formylbenzoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 3-formylbenzoate is 52178-50-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 3-formylbenzoate?
Methyl 3-formylbenzoate has molecular formula C9H8O3 and molecular weight 164.158 g/mol.
Is Methyl 3-formylbenzoate hazardous?
Methyl 3-formylbenzoate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 3-formylbenzoate?
For Methyl 3-formylbenzoate, Upstream Products: Methyl 3-iodobenzoate, Methanol, 3-Carboxybenzaldehyde; Downstream Products: Methyl hydrogen isophthalate, Methyl 3-cyanobenzoate, 3-[(Dimethylamino)methyl]benzoic acid.
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