3-Amino-4-methylbenzoic acid
Also known as: 2-Toluidine-4-carboxylic acid, 3-Amino-4-toluic acid, 3-Amino-4-methylbenz, 3-Amino-4-methylbenzoic, 3-Amino-p-toluic acid, 3-Amino-p-toluylsaeure, 3-amino-4-methyl benzoic acid, 4-Methyl-3-aminobenzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 3-amino-4-methyl-, EINECS 219-543-1, MFCD00007742, RARECHEM AL BO 1039, 3-Amino-4-methyl-benzoesaeure
3-Amino-4-methylbenzoic acid (CAS 2458-12-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 151.163 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 164-168 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 363.0±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 173.3±24.6 °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 Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2458-12-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-8778-5
- Molecular Formula
- C8H9NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 151.163 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 164-168 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 363.0±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 173.3±24.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 151.063324 |
| PSA | 63.32000 |
| LogP | 1.24 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.618 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2922499990 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS:2922499990 other amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters; salts thereof VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 3-Amino-4-methylbenzoic acid?
The CAS number of 3-Amino-4-methylbenzoic acid is 2458-12-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Amino-4-methylbenzoic acid?
3-Amino-4-methylbenzoic acid has molecular formula C8H9NO2 and molecular weight 151.163 g/mol.
Is 3-Amino-4-methylbenzoic acid hazardous?
3-Amino-4-methylbenzoic acid 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 3-Amino-4-methylbenzoic acid?
For 3-Amino-4-methylbenzoic acid, Upstream Products: 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid, 3-Acetamido-4-methylbenzoic acid, 3-Amino-4-methylbenzonitrile; Downstream Products: Benzoic acid, 5-bromo-2-chloro-4-(methoxycarbonyl)-, Methyl 3-chloro-4-methylbenzoate, 1H-Indazol-6-ylmethanol.
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