5-(dihydroxyacetyl)-2-hydroxybenzoic acid

5-(二羟基乙酰基)-2-羟基苯甲酸

Also known as: 5-(2,2-dihydroxyacetyl)-2-hydroxybenzoic acid, 5-(DIHYDROXYACETYL)-2-HYDROXY-BENZOIC ACID, Dihydroxyacetyl hydroxy benzoic acid

5-(dihydroxyacetyl)-2-hydroxybenzoic acid (CAS 54440-92-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H8O6 and a molecular weight of 212.15600 g/mol. It is also known as 5-(2,2-dihydroxyacetyl)-2-hydroxybenzoic acid, 5-(DIHYDROXYACETYL)-2-HYDROXY-BENZOIC ACID and Dihydroxyacetyl hydroxy benzoic acid. Key properties include a boiling point of 497.5ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.666g/cm3 and a flash point of 268.8ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
54440-92-5
Jingsj CID
J-867741-3
Molecular Formula
C9H8O6
Chinese Name
5-(二羟基乙酰基)-2-羟基苯甲酸
Molecular Weight
212.15600 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point497.5ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.666g/cm3
Flash Point268.8ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 5-(dihydroxyacetyl)-2-hydroxybenzoic acid?

The CAS number of 5-(dihydroxyacetyl)-2-hydroxybenzoic acid is 54440-92-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-(dihydroxyacetyl)-2-hydroxybenzoic acid?

5-(dihydroxyacetyl)-2-hydroxybenzoic acid has molecular formula C9H8O6 and molecular weight 212.15600 g/mol.

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