2-Methoxybenzaldehyde
Also known as: o-Anisaldehyde, Salicylaldehyde methyl ether, 2-Methoxybenzenecarboxaldehyde, o-Methoxybenzaldehyde, Benzaldehyde, 2-methoxy-
2-Methoxybenzaldehyde (CAS 135-02-4) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8O2 and a molecular weight of 136.148 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 34-40 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 243.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 117.8±0.0 °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.
- 135-02-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-48020-6
- Molecular Formula
- C8H8O2
- Molecular Weight
- 136.148 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 34-40 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 243.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 117.8±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 136.052429 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 1.72 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.547 |
| Additional Property | insoluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Zhaoxiang Huang, et al. Synergistic effects of cinnamaldehyde and cinnamic acid in cinnamon essential oil against S. pullorum . Industrial Crops and Products, 2021-02-03. [2]. Sheikh Shreaz, et al. Interesting anticandidal effects of anisic aldehydes on growth and proton-pumping-ATPase-targeted activity. Microb Pathog. 2011 Oct;51(4):277-84. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2912499000 |
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| Summary | 2912499000. other aldehyde-ethers, aldehyde-phenols and aldehydes with other oxygen function. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:9.0%. . MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Methoxybenzaldehyde?
The CAS number of 2-Methoxybenzaldehyde is 135-02-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methoxybenzaldehyde?
2-Methoxybenzaldehyde has molecular formula C8H8O2 and molecular weight 136.148 g/mol.
Is 2-Methoxybenzaldehyde hazardous?
2-Methoxybenzaldehyde 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 2-Methoxybenzaldehyde?
For 2-Methoxybenzaldehyde, Upstream Products: 2-iodoanisole, 2-Methoxybenzyl alcohol, 2-Bromoanisole; Downstream Products: 3-(2-Methoxyphenyl)propan-1-ol, Methyl 2-methoxybenzoate, Benzofuran-2-carboxylic acid.
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