4-Methylsalicylic acid, 99%

Name: 4-Methylsalicylic acid, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008358

About 4-Methylsalicylic acid, 99%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 4-Methylsalicylic acid, a carboxylic acid registered under CAS number 50-85-1 with a typical assay of 99%. Formula C8H8O3, molecular weight 152.15 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-hydroxy-4-methylbenzoic acid. Common synonyms include m-Cresotic acid and 2-Hydroxy-p-toluic acid.

In its supplied form it is a white to beige powder. Reported physical data include a melting point of 173-177 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 25 g, 100 g, 500 g and 25 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4-Methylsalicylic acid, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008358
CAS Number	50-85-1
IUPAC name	2-hydroxy-4-methylbenzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₈O₃
Molecular weight	152.15 g/mol
Exact mass	152.0473
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29221990
InChIKey	NJESAXZANHETJV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC(=C(C=C1)C(=O)O)O
PubChem CID	5788

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to beige powder
Melting point	173-177 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	3
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	57.5 Å²
Synonyms	m-Cresotic acid, 2-Hydroxy-p-toluic acid, 2,4-Cresotic acid, m-Cresotinic acid, m-Homosalicylic acid, 4-Methyl-2-hydroxybenzoic acid, gamma-Cresotic acid, Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-4-methyl-, 4-methyl salicylic acid, 4-Methylsalicylate, .gamma.-Cresotic acid, 4-Methylsalicyclic acid

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 4-Methylsalicylic acid, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of 4-Methylsalicylic acid, 99% is 50-85-1. It is also known as m-Cresotic acid, 2-Hydroxy-p-toluic acid, 2,4-Cresotic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methylsalicylic acid, 99%?

4-Methylsalicylic acid, 99% has the molecular formula C8H8O3 and a molecular weight of 152.15 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-hydroxy-4-methylbenzoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4-Methylsalicylic acid, 99% can I order?

We supply 4-Methylsalicylic acid, 99% in (99%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4-Methylsalicylic acid, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of 4-Methylsalicylic 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 4-Methylsalicylic acid, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4-Methylsalicylic 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.