2-Toluic acid, 99%

Name: 2-Toluic acid, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008264

About 2-Toluic acid, 99%

2-Toluic acid (CAS 118-90-1) is a carboxylic acid offered by Vaqora Chemicals in Synthesis grade, specified at 99% purity. The compound has the formula C8H8O2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 136.15 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-methylbenzoic acid. It is also known as o-Toluylic acid or o-Methylbenzoic acid.

The material typically appears as a cream to yellow powder. Key physical data: a density of 1.062 g/mL at 25 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for fluorescent labelling and organic synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 250 g, 500 g, 1 kg and 5 kg packs, 2-Toluic acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Fluorescent labelling
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Toluic acid, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008264
CAS Number	118-90-1
IUPAC name	2-methylbenzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₈O₂
Molecular weight	136.15 g/mol
Exact mass	136.0524
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29163190
InChIKey	ZWLPBLYKEWSWPD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC=CC=C1C(=O)O
PubChem CID	8373

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Cream to yellow powder
Density	1.062 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	o-Toluylic acid, o-Methylbenzoic acid, Orthotoluic acid, Benzoic acid, 2-methyl-, Toluic acid, Benzoic acid, methyl-, 2-Methyl-Benzoic Acid, 2-Benzoate, O-Toluylate, methylbenzoic acid, 2-Methyl benzoic acid, 2-methyl-benzoicaci

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Toluic acid, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Toluic acid, 99% is 118-90-1. It is also known as o-Toluylic acid, o-Methylbenzoic acid, Orthotoluic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Toluic acid, 99%?

2-Toluic acid, 99% has the molecular formula C8H8O2 and a molecular weight of 136.15 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-methylbenzoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Toluic acid, 99% can I order?

We supply 2-Toluic acid, 99% in Synthesis (99%) grade, in 250 g, 500 g, 1 kg, 5 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Toluic acid, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Toluic acid, 99% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 2-Toluic acid, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Toluic acid, 99% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.