3-hydroxy-5-methylbenzoic acid
Also known as: 3,5-Cresotic acid, 3-HYDROXY-5-METHYL-BENZOIC ACID, 3-hydrox-5-methylbenzoic acid, Aids-018040, Aids018040, Benzoic acid, 3-hydroxy-5-methyl-
3-hydroxy-5-methylbenzoic acid (CAS 585-81-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8O3 and a molecular weight of 152.147 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 351.0±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 180.3±21.1 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 585-81-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-846838-0
- Molecular Formula
- C8H8O3
- Molecular Weight
- 152.147 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 351.0±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 180.3±21.1 °C |
| Exact Mass | 152.047348 |
| PSA | 57.53000 |
| LogP | 1.96 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.600 |
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 3-hydroxy-5-methylbenzoic acid?
The CAS number of 3-hydroxy-5-methylbenzoic acid is 585-81-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-hydroxy-5-methylbenzoic acid?
3-hydroxy-5-methylbenzoic acid has molecular formula C8H8O3 and molecular weight 152.147 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-hydroxy-5-methylbenzoic acid?
For 3-hydroxy-5-methylbenzoic acid, Upstream Products: 3-Amino-5-methylbenzoic acid, 1,3-Dimethyl-5-nitrobenzene, 3-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid; Downstream Products: m-Cresol, Carbon dioxide, Methyl 3-hydroxy-5-methylbenzoate.
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