Ethyl o-tolylacetate
Also known as: Ethyl 2-methylphenylacetate, Ethyl 2-(o-tolyl)acetate, o-Tolylacetic acid ethyl ester, 2-Methylphenylacetic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl o-methylphenylacetate, Benzeneacetic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester, MFCD00009179, EINECS 254-871-9
Ethyl o-tolylacetate (CAS 40291-39-2) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H14O2 and a molecular weight of 178.228 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 224.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 106.7±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.
- 40291-39-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-5288-0
- Molecular Formula
- C11H14O2
- Molecular Weight
- 178.228 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 224.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 106.7±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 178.099380 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 2.96 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.502 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Ethyl o-tolylacetate?
The CAS number of Ethyl o-tolylacetate is 40291-39-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl o-tolylacetate?
Ethyl o-tolylacetate has molecular formula C11H14O2 and molecular weight 178.228 g/mol.
Is Ethyl o-tolylacetate hazardous?
Ethyl o-tolylacetate 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 Ethyl o-tolylacetate?
For Ethyl o-tolylacetate, Upstream Products: 2-Methylbenzeneboronic acid, Ethyl bromoacetate, Ethanol; Downstream Products: o-Tolylacetic acid, 2-Methylphenethyl alcohol, 1-(2-Bromoethyl)-2-methylbenzene.
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