Methyl 4-iodosalicylate
Also known as: Methyl 2-hydroxy-4-iodobenzoate, 2-Hydroxy-4-iodobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester, 4-Iodosalicylic Acid Methyl Ester, methyl 4-iodo-2-hydroxybenzoate, 5-Iodo-2-(methoxycarbonyl)phenol
Methyl 4-iodosalicylate (CAS 18179-39-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7IO3 and a molecular weight of 278.044 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 69-73ºC, a boiling point of 309.7±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 141.1±25.1 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic 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.
- 18179-39-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-800-4
- Molecular Formula
- C8H7IO3
- Molecular Weight
- 278.044 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 69-73ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 309.7±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 141.1±25.1 °C |
| Exact Mass | 277.943970 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 3.85 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.633 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918290000 |
|---|---|
| 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 4-iodosalicylate?
The CAS number of Methyl 4-iodosalicylate is 18179-39-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 4-iodosalicylate?
Methyl 4-iodosalicylate has molecular formula C8H7IO3 and molecular weight 278.044 g/mol.
Is Methyl 4-iodosalicylate hazardous?
Methyl 4-iodosalicylate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 4-iodosalicylate?
For Methyl 4-iodosalicylate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 2-Hydroxy-4-iodobenzoic acid, (Trimethylsilyl)diazomethane; Downstream Products: Methyl 2-(benzyloxy)-4-(4,4,5,5-tetramethyl-1,3,2-dioxaborolan-2-yl)benzoate, 2-Hydroxy-4-iodobenzoic acid, Methyl 4-iodo-2-methoxybenzoate.
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