Methyl gallate, 98%

Name: Methyl gallate, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019103

About Methyl gallate, 98%

Methyl gallate is a polymer additive carrying the CAS registry number 99-24-1 at a purity of 98%. Its molecular formula is C8H8O5 and its molecular weight is 184.15 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is methyl 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoate. Common synonyms include Gallic acid methyl ester and Methylgallate.

It is supplied as white to beige powder or crystals or chunks. Literature values give a melting point of 199-205 °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 polymerisation initiation, plasticising and modification and plastics compounding. Our customers for this product work in polymers and plastics.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Methyl gallate in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g and 1 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Polymerisation initiation
Plasticising & modification
Plastics compounding

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl gallate, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-019103
CAS Number	99-24-1
IUPAC name	methyl 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoate
Molecular formula	C₈H₈O₅
Molecular weight	184.15 g/mol
Exact mass	184.0372
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	FBSFWRHWHYMIOG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC(=O)C1=CC(=C(C(=C1)O)O)O
PubChem CID	7428

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to beige powder or crystals or chunks
Melting point	199-205 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 5
TPSA	87 Å²
Synonyms	Gallic acid methyl ester, Methylgallate, Benzoic acid, 3,4,5-trihydroxy-, methyl ester, Gallic acid, methyl ester, Gallicin, 3,4,5-Trihydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester, 3,4,5-Trihydroxy-benzoic acid methyl ester, methyl galloate, methyl-3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoate, 4-methyl gallate, Gallic acid-methyl ester, STL1

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P272, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P333 + 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 gallate, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl gallate, 98% is 99-24-1. It is also known as Gallic acid methyl ester, Methylgallate, Benzoic acid, 3,4,5-trihydroxy-, methyl ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl gallate, 98%?

Methyl gallate, 98% has the molecular formula C8H8O5 and a molecular weight of 184.15 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl gallate, 98% can I order?

We supply Methyl gallate, 98% in (98%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methyl gallate, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl gallate, 98% 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 gallate, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl gallate, 98% 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.