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2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzoic acid

2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzoic acid chemical structure
CAS Number2237-36-7
FormulaCH3OC6H3(OH)CO2H
Mol. Weight168.15 g/mol

What is 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzoic acid?

2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzoic acid is a chemical compound with CAS number 2237-36-7 and molecular formula CH3OC6H3(OH)CO2H. It is used in various industrial and research applications.

Applications

2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzoic acid (4-methoxysalicylic acid) was used in the synthesis of 1,3,4-oxadiazole derivatives1.

Specifications

Linear Formula

CH3OC6H3(OH)CO2H

Molecular Weight

168.15 g/mol

Assay/Purity

99%

Safety Information

GHS07GHS07
Signal Word

Warning

Hazard Statements

H315-H319-H335

Precautionary Statements

P261-P305 + P351 + P338

Required PPE

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

Melting Point

158-159 °C(lit.)

EC Number

218-801-0

WGK Germany

3

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