3-O-Methylgallic Acid

Name: 3-O-Methylgallic Acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-041078

About 3-O-Methylgallic Acid

3-O-Methylgallic Acid (CAS 3934-84-7) is a carboxylic acid offered by Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C8H8O5 and its molecular weight is 184.15 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 3,4-dihydroxy-5-methoxybenzoic acid. It is also known as gallic acid 3-methyl ether or Benzoic acid, 3,4-dihydroxy-5-methoxy-.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, 3-O-Methylgallic Acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	3-O-Methylgallic Acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-041078
CAS Number	3934-84-7
IUPAC name	3,4-dihydroxy-5-methoxybenzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₈O₅
Molecular weight	184.15 g/mol
Exact mass	184.0372
InChIKey	KWCCUYSXAYTNKA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC1=CC(=CC(=C1O)O)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	19829

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	0.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 5
TPSA	87 Å²
Synonyms	gallic acid 3-methyl ether, Benzoic acid, 3,4-dihydroxy-5-methoxy-, 3,4-Dihydroxy-5-methoxy-benzoic acid, 5-hydroxyvanillic acid, 4,5-Dihydroxy-m-anisic acid, 4,5-dihydroxy-3-methoxybenzoic acid, 3-Methoxy-4,5-Bis(Oxidanyl)benzoic Acid, 3,4-Dihydroxy-5-methoxybenzoic acid, AldrichCPR, 3-methylgall, 3-methoxy-4,5-dihydroxybenzoic acid, 3,4-Dihydroxy-5-methoxy-benzoicacid, methylgallic acid,3-o-

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H332Harmful if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P317, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, 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 3-O-Methylgallic Acid?

The CAS Registry Number of 3-O-Methylgallic Acid is 3934-84-7. It is also known as gallic acid 3-methyl ether, Benzoic acid, 3,4-dihydroxy-5-methoxy-, 3,4-Dihydroxy-5-methoxy-benzoic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-O-Methylgallic Acid?

3-O-Methylgallic Acid has the molecular formula C8H8O5 and a molecular weight of 184.15 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3,4-dihydroxy-5-methoxybenzoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 3-O-Methylgallic Acid can I order?

We supply 3-O-Methylgallic Acid, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 3-O-Methylgallic Acid?

Yes. Every lot of 3-O-Methylgallic Acid 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 3-O-Methylgallic Acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. 3-O-Methylgallic Acid 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.