2-Amino-5-methylbenzoic Acid

Name: 2-Amino-5-methylbenzoic Acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-040253

About 2-Amino-5-methylbenzoic Acid

Listed under CAS 2941-78-8, 2-Amino-5-methylbenzoic Acid is a carboxylic acid available from Vaqora Chemicals. The compound has the formula C8H9NO2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 151.16 g/mol. It is also known as Benzoic acid, 2-amino-5-methyl- or 6-Amino-m-toluic acid.

Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. 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.

Standard pack sizes are 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Amino-5-methylbenzoic Acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-040253
CAS Number	2941-78-8
IUPAC name	2-amino-5-methylbenzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₉NO₂
Molecular weight	151.16 g/mol
Exact mass	151.0633
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	NBUUUJWWOARGNW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC(=C(C=C1)N)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	76255

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	1.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	63.3 Å²
Synonyms	Benzoic acid, 2-amino-5-methyl-, 6-Amino-m-toluic acid, m-Toluic acid, 6-amino-, 2-Carboxy-4-methylaniline, 5-methyl-2-aminobenzoic acid, 5-Methylanthranilic acid, 2-Azanyl-5-Methyl-Benzoic Acid, 5-methylanthranilate, Fluralaner-032

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 2-Amino-5-methylbenzoic Acid?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Amino-5-methylbenzoic Acid is 2941-78-8. It is also known as Benzoic acid, 2-amino-5-methyl-, 6-Amino-m-toluic acid, m-Toluic acid, 6-amino-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Amino-5-methylbenzoic Acid?

2-Amino-5-methylbenzoic Acid has the molecular formula C8H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 151.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-amino-5-methylbenzoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Amino-5-methylbenzoic Acid can I order?

We supply 2-Amino-5-methylbenzoic 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 2-Amino-5-methylbenzoic Acid?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Amino-5-methylbenzoic 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-Amino-5-methylbenzoic Acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Amino-5-methylbenzoic 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.