Methyl 2,4-dihydroxybenzoate
Also known as: Methyl 2,4-dihydroxybenzoate, Methyl β-resorcylate, Methyl beta-resorcylate, β-Resorcylic Acid Methyl Ester, 2,4-Dihydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester, 4-Hydroxysalicylic acid methyl ester, Methyl 4-hydroxysalicylate, 2,4-Dihydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester, Methyl beta-resorcylate, MFCD00002276, EINECS 218-428-3
Methyl 2,4-dihydroxybenzoate (CAS 2150-47-2) 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 118-121 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 352.0±12.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 148.8±13.1 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2150-47-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-48014-8
- 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 | 118-121 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 352.0±12.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 148.8±13.1 °C |
| Exact Mass | 168.042252 |
| PSA | 66.76000 |
| LogP | 1.92 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.588 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. N. S. Novikova, et al. Synthesis of Mesomorphic Derivatives of Methyl 2,4-Dihydroxybenzoate and Spectral and Luminescence Properties of Their Lanthanide Complexes. Russ J Gen Chem 88, 2564–2571 (2018). |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918290000 |
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| 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 Methyl 2,4-dihydroxybenzoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 2,4-dihydroxybenzoate is 2150-47-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2,4-dihydroxybenzoate?
Methyl 2,4-dihydroxybenzoate has molecular formula C8H8O4 and molecular weight 168.147 g/mol.
Is Methyl 2,4-dihydroxybenzoate hazardous?
Methyl 2,4-dihydroxybenzoate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 2,4-dihydroxybenzoate?
For Methyl 2,4-dihydroxybenzoate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 2,4-Dihydroxybenzoic acid, iodomethane; Downstream Products: Methyl 2,4-dihydroxy-3-methylbenzoate, 2-Methylresorcinol, 2,6-Dihydroxybenzaldehyde.
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