Methyl 4-methoxysalicylate
Also known as: Methyl 2-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzoate, 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzoic acid methyl ester, 4-Methoxysalicylic acid methyl ester, Methyl p-methoxysalicylate, Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-4-methoxy-, methyl ester
Methyl 4-methoxysalicylate (CAS 5446-02-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H10O4 and a molecular weight of 182.17300 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 50-53 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 134°C 7mm, a density of 1.216g/cm3 and a flash point of >110.0 °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 Nov 3, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 5446-02-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-6129-0
- Molecular Formula
- C9H10O4
- Molecular Weight
- 182.17300 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 11/3/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 50-53 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 134°C 7mm |
| Density | 1.216g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | >110.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 182.05800 |
| PSA | 55.76000 |
| LogP | 1.18740 |
| Refractive Index | 1.534 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory 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 Methyl 4-methoxysalicylate?
The CAS number of Methyl 4-methoxysalicylate is 5446-02-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 4-methoxysalicylate?
Methyl 4-methoxysalicylate has molecular formula C9H10O4 and molecular weight 182.17300 g/mol.
Is Methyl 4-methoxysalicylate hazardous?
Methyl 4-methoxysalicylate 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 4-methoxysalicylate?
For Methyl 4-methoxysalicylate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 4-Methoxysalicylic acid, 2,4-Dihydroxybenzoic acid; Downstream Products: 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzonitrile, 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzohydrazide, 4-Hydroxy-7-methoxy-3-phenylcoumarin.
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