2-Methoxy-5-methylbenzoic acid
Also known as: Benzoic acid, 2-methoxy-5-methyl-, 5-Methyl-2-methoxybenzoic acid, o-Anisic acid, 5-methyl-, 2-Methoxy-5-methylbenzoic acid 97%, MFCD00045849
2-Methoxy-5-methylbenzoic acid (CAS 25045-36-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H10O3 and a molecular weight of 166.17400 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 68-72 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 295.5ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.168 g/cm3 and a flash point of 119.2ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 25045-36-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-6081-1
- Molecular Formula
- C9H10O3
- Molecular Weight
- 166.17400 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 68-72 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 295.5ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.168 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 119.2ºC |
| Exact Mass | 166.06300 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 1.70180 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.000686mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.54 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918990090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Methoxy-5-methylbenzoic acid?
The CAS number of 2-Methoxy-5-methylbenzoic acid is 25045-36-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methoxy-5-methylbenzoic acid?
2-Methoxy-5-methylbenzoic acid has molecular formula C9H10O3 and molecular weight 166.17400 g/mol.
Is 2-Methoxy-5-methylbenzoic acid hazardous?
2-Methoxy-5-methylbenzoic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
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