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methyl 4-(2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)benzoate

Also known as: 4-Methoxycarbonylmethyl-benzoic acid methyl ester, Dimethyl homoterephthalate, 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzeneacetic acid methyl ester, Methyl 4-methoxycarbonylphenylacetate, Benzeneacetic acid, 4-(methoxycarbonyl)-, methyl ester

methyl 4-(2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)benzoate (CAS 52787-14-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H12O4 and a molecular weight of 208.211 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 20 °C, a boiling point of 298.0±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 145.4±21.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
52787-14-1
Jingsj CID
J-863358-7
Molecular Formula
C11H12O4
Molecular Weight
208.211 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point20 °C
Boiling Point298.0±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point145.4±21.0 °C
Exact Mass208.073563
PSA52.60000
LogP1.94
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.511

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918990090
Summary2918990090. 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-(2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)benzoate?

The CAS number of methyl 4-(2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)benzoate is 52787-14-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of methyl 4-(2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)benzoate?

methyl 4-(2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)benzoate has molecular formula C11H12O4 and molecular weight 208.211 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of methyl 4-(2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)benzoate?

For methyl 4-(2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)benzoate, Upstream Products: Methyl 4-(cyanomethyl)benzoate, Methanol, Methyl 4-bromobenzoate; Downstream Products: 2-(4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenyl)ethanol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "methyl 4-(2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)benzoate (CAS 52787-14-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-863358-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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