3-Acetoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid

3-乙酰氧基-2-甲基苯甲酸

Also known as: 2-Methyl-3-acetoxybenzoic acid, 3-Acetoxy-o-toluic acid, 3-Acetoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid (AMBA), Benzoic acid, 3-(acetyloxy)-2-methyl-

3-Acetoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid (CAS 168899-58-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H10O4 and a molecular weight of 194.184 g/mol. It is also known as 2-Methyl-3-acetoxybenzoic acid, 3-Acetoxy-o-toluic acid and 3-Acetoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid (AMBA). Key properties include a melting point of 149-151 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 337.0±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 134.1±18.1 °C. GHS signal word: Warning. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
168899-58-9
Jingsj CID
J-1061887-1
Molecular Formula
C10H10O4
Chinese Name
3-乙酰氧基-2-甲基苯甲酸
Molecular Weight
194.184 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point149-151 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point337.0±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point134.1±18.1 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Acetoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid?

The CAS number of 3-Acetoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid is 168899-58-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Acetoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid?

3-Acetoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid has molecular formula C10H10O4 and molecular weight 194.184 g/mol.

Is 3-Acetoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid hazardous?

3-Acetoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid has GHS signal word Warning.

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