Methyl 4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxybenzoate

Also known as: Methyl syringate, Syringic acid methyl ester, Methyl 3,5-dimethoxy-4-hydroxybenzoate, Benzoic acid, 4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxy-, methyl ester, MFCD00017199, EINECS 429-050-5

Methyl 4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxybenzoate (CAS 884-35-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12O5 and a molecular weight of 212.199 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 103-107 °C, a boiling point of 339.9±37.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 132.4±20.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 884-35-5
Jingsj CID: J-9306-1
Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₅
Molecular Weight: 212.199 g/mol
Category: Organic Acids
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	103-107 °C
Boiling Point	339.9±37.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	132.4±20.0 °C
Exact Mass	212.068466
PSA	64.99000
LogP	1.10
Vapor Pressure	0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.525

Activity & Biological Data

Target	TRPA1[3].
Additional Information	[1]. Tuberoso CI, et al. Methyl syringate: a chemical marker of asphodel (Asphodelus microcarpus Salzm. et Viv.) monofloral honey. J Agric Food Chem. 2009 May 13;57(9):3895-900. [2]. Rosado T, et al. Methyl syringate: an efficient phenolic mediator for bacterial and fungal laccases. Bioresour Technol. 2012 Nov;124:371-8. [3]. Kim MJ, et al. The TRPA1 agonist, methyl syringate suppresses food intake and gastric emptying. PLoS One. 2013 Aug 21;8(8):e71603.

Target

TRPA1[3].

Additional Information

[1]. Tuberoso CI, et al. Methyl syringate: a chemical marker of asphodel (Asphodelus microcarpus Salzm. et Viv.) monofloral honey. J Agric Food Chem. 2009 May 13;57(9):3895-900. [2]. Rosado T, et al. Methyl syringate: an efficient phenolic mediator for bacterial and fungal laccases. Bioresour Technol. 2012 Nov;124:371-8. [3]. Kim MJ, et al. The TRPA1 agonist, methyl syringate suppresses food intake and gastric emptying. PLoS One. 2013 Aug 21;8(8):e71603.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2918990090
Summary	2918990090. 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-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxybenzoate?

The CAS number of Methyl 4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxybenzoate is 884-35-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxybenzoate?

Methyl 4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxybenzoate has molecular formula C10H12O5 and molecular weight 212.199 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxybenzoate?

For Methyl 4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxybenzoate, Upstream Products: Methanol, Methyl 3,4,5-trimethoxybenzoate, Syringic acid; Downstream Products: 3,4,5-Trimethoxybenzoyl chloride, 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazine, Methyl 3,4,5-trimethoxybenzoate.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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