2-Hydroxy-5-carbomethoxybenzoic acid

Name: 2-Hydroxy-5-carbomethoxybenzoic acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-050610

About 2-Hydroxy-5-carbomethoxybenzoic acid

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Hydroxy-5-carbomethoxybenzoic acid, a metabolite / degradant standard registered under CAS number 79128-78-2. Formula C9H8O5, molecular weight 196.16 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-hydroxy-5-methoxycarbonylbenzoic acid. Alternative names: 2-hydroxy-5-(methoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid and 5-(methoxycarbonyl)-2-hydroxybenzoic acid.

The product is provided as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Analytical teams use this compound to identify metabolites and degradants, to validate stability-indicating methods (AMV) and to support QC and regulatory filings. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer 2-Hydroxy-5-carbomethoxybenzoic acid in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Metabolite identification
Stability-indicating methods
Impurity profiling

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Hydroxy-5-carbomethoxybenzoic acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-050610
CAS Number	79128-78-2
IUPAC name	2-hydroxy-5-methoxycarbonylbenzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₉H₈O₅
Molecular weight	196.16 g/mol
Exact mass	196.0372
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	LIQLYTSJSBMCAH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC(=O)C1=CC(=C(C=C1)O)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	12717060

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	1.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 5
TPSA	83.8 Å²
Synonyms	2-hydroxy-5-(methoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid, 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 4-hydroxy-, 1-methyl ester, 5-(methoxycarbonyl)-2-hydroxybenzoic acid, 2-carboxy-4-methoxycarbonylphenolate, 4-hydroxyisophthalic acid 1-methyl ester, 5-Carbomethoxysalicylic acid, methyl 3-carboxy-4-hydroxybenzoate, CS-M1089, 2-hydroxy-5-(methoxycarbonyl)benzoicacid, 2-hydroxy-5-methoxycarbonyl-benzoic 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 2-Hydroxy-5-carbomethoxybenzoic acid?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Hydroxy-5-carbomethoxybenzoic acid is 79128-78-2. It is also known as 2-hydroxy-5-(methoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid, 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 4-hydroxy-, 1-methyl ester, 5-(methoxycarbonyl)-2-hydroxybenzoic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Hydroxy-5-carbomethoxybenzoic acid?

2-Hydroxy-5-carbomethoxybenzoic acid has the molecular formula C9H8O5 and a molecular weight of 196.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-hydroxy-5-methoxycarbonylbenzoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Hydroxy-5-carbomethoxybenzoic acid can I order?

We supply 2-Hydroxy-5-carbomethoxybenzoic acid in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Hydroxy-5-carbomethoxybenzoic acid?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Hydroxy-5-carbomethoxybenzoic 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 2-Hydroxy-5-carbomethoxybenzoic acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Hydroxy-5-carbomethoxybenzoic 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.