Methyl o-tolylacetate

邻甲苯乙酸甲酯

Also known as: Methyl 2-methylphenylacetate, Methyl (2-methylphenyl)acetate, 2-Methylbenzeneacetic acid methyl ester, Methyl 2-(o-tolyl)acetate, Benzeneacetic acid, 2-methyl-, methyl ester, MFCD00082780

Methyl o-tolylacetate (CAS 40851-62-5) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12O2 and a molecular weight of 164.201 g/mol. It is also known as Methyl 2-methylphenylacetate, Methyl (2-methylphenyl)acetate and 2-Methylbenzeneacetic acid methyl ester. Key properties include a boiling point of 229.8±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 101.9±17.1 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
40851-62-5
Jingsj CID
J-36400-3
Molecular Formula
C10H12O2
Chinese Name
邻甲苯乙酸甲酯
Molecular Weight
164.201 g/mol
Category
Solvents
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point229.8±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point101.9±17.1 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl o-tolylacetate?

The CAS number of Methyl o-tolylacetate is 40851-62-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl o-tolylacetate?

Methyl o-tolylacetate has molecular formula C10H12O2 and molecular weight 164.201 g/mol.

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