Methyl Vanillate

Name: Methyl Vanillate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-049790

About Methyl Vanillate

Methyl Vanillate (CAS 3943-74-6) is an ester offered by Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C9H10O4 and its molecular weight is 182.17 g/mol. Systematically, it is named methyl 4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoate. It is also known as Methyl 3-methoxy-4-hydroxybenzoate or Vanillic acid, methyl ester.

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. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Methyl Vanillate in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports 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	Methyl Vanillate
Catalogue No.	VQ-049790
CAS Number	3943-74-6
IUPAC name	methyl 4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoate
Molecular formula	C₉H₁₀O₄
Molecular weight	182.17 g/mol
Exact mass	182.0579
InChIKey	BVWTXUYLKBHMOX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC1=C(C=CC(=C1)C(=O)OC)O
PubChem CID	19844

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	1.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 4
TPSA	55.8 Å²
Synonyms	Methyl 3-methoxy-4-hydroxybenzoate, Vanillic acid, methyl ester, 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoic acid methyl ester, 4-hydroxy-3-methoxy methyl benzoate, Vanillic acid methyl ester, Vanillic acid methyl, methyl 4-hydroxy-3-methoxy-benzoate, 4-hydroxy-5-methoxy-benzoic acid methyl ester, 3-methoxy-4-(hydroxy)benzoic acid methyl ester, methyl4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoate, Methyl vanillate (NIST)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, 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 Methyl Vanillate?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl Vanillate is 3943-74-6. It is also known as Methyl 3-methoxy-4-hydroxybenzoate, Vanillic acid, methyl ester, 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoic acid methyl ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl Vanillate?

Methyl Vanillate has the molecular formula C9H10O4 and a molecular weight of 182.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl Vanillate can I order?

We supply Methyl Vanillate, 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 Methyl Vanillate?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl Vanillate 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 Methyl Vanillate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl Vanillate 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.