5-HYDROXY-2-METHYL-BENZOIC ACID Chemical Properties

Melting point:

182-187 °C

Boiling point:

343.8±30.0 °C(Predicted)

Density 

1.304

storage temp. 

2-8°C

pka

3.78±0.25(Predicted)

form 

powder to crystal

color 

White to Brown

Water Solubility 

Slightly soluble in water.

Safety Information

Hazard Codes 

Xn

Risk Statements 

22-37/38-41

Safety Statements 

26

WGK Germany 

3

HazardClass 

IRRITANT

HS Code 

2918290090

5-HYDROXY-2-METHYL-BENZOIC ACID Usage And Synthesis

Uses

5-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid is used as a pharmaceutical intermediate.

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