3-Methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid, 97%

About 3-Methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid, 97%

3-Methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid is a carboxylic acid carrying the CAS registry number 55289-06-0 at a purity of 97%. With the molecular formula C9H10O3, it has a molar mass of 166.17 g/mol. It is also known as 3-Methoxy-o-toluic acid or 2-Methyl-m-anisic acid.

The material typically appears as white to yellow to orange powder or crystals. Key physical data: a melting point of 149 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span organic synthesis, catalysis and reduction reactions. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Catalysis
Reduction reactions

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	3-Methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid, 97%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008302
CAS Number	55289-06-0
IUPAC name	3-methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₉H₁₀O₃
Molecular weight	166.17 g/mol
Exact mass	166.063
Purity / assay	97%
HSN code	29242990
InChIKey	JPCISVSOTKMFPG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=C(C=CC=C1OC)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	7021483

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to yellow to orange powder or crystals
Melting point	149 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	46.5 Å²
Synonyms	3-Methoxy-o-toluic acid, 2-Methyl-m-anisic acid, 3-methoxy-2-methyl-benzoic Acid, Benzoic acid, 3-methoxy-2-methyl-, 2-methyl-3-methoxyl-benzoic acid, 3-Methoxy-2-methylbenzoicacid, Benzoic acid, 3-methoxy-2-, 2-methyl-3-methoxy-benzoic acid, 3-Methoxy-2-methyl benzoic acid, 3-methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid, AldrichCPR

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 3-Methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid, 97%?

The CAS Registry Number of 3-Methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid, 97% is 55289-06-0. It is also known as 3-Methoxy-o-toluic acid, 2-Methyl-m-anisic acid, 3-methoxy-2-methyl-benzoic Acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid, 97%?

3-Methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid, 97% has the molecular formula C9H10O3 and a molecular weight of 166.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 3-Methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid, 97% can I order?

We supply 3-Methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid, 97% in (97%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 3-Methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid, 97%?

Yes. Every lot of 3-Methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid, 97% 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-Methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid, 97% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 3-Methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid, 97% 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.