Description

Methyl 2-Methoxybenzoate (CAS No. 606-45-1) is a high-purity aromatic ester with the molecular formula C₉H₁₀O₃, widely utilized in organic synthesis, fragrance formulation, and pharmaceutical research. This compound, also known as Methyl o-methoxybenzoate or Dimethyl salicylate, exhibits excellent stability and solubility in common organic solvents, making it ideal for laboratory-scale reactions and industrial applications. With a clear liquid appearance and a characteristic mild aromatic odor, it is rigorously tested for purity (typically ≥98% by GC) to ensure consistency in sensitive experiments. Suitable for use as a flavoring agent, intermediate in drug synthesis, or precursor for advanced materials, our Methyl 2-Methoxybenzoate is packaged under inert conditions to guarantee longevity and performance. Available in quantities ranging from grams to bulk kilograms, each batch includes detailed analytical certificates (COA) and safety documentation (SDS).

Properties

• CAS Number: 606-45-1
• Complexity: 156
• IUPAC Name: methyl 2-methoxybenzoate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C9H10O3/c1-11-8-6-4-3-5-7(8)9(10)12-2/h3-6H,1-2H3
• InChI Key: PFYHAAAQPNMZHO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• LogP: 2.04
• Exact Mass: 166.062994177
• Molecular Formula: C9H10O3
• Molecular Weight: 166.17
• SMILES: COC1=CC=CC=C1C(=O)OC
• Topological: 35.5
• Monoisotopic Mass: 166.062994177
• Physical Description: colourless or pale yellow liquid with a warm, herbaceous, floral, spicy odour
• Boiling Point: 254.00 to 255.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
• Melting Point: 48.00 to 49.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
• Solubility: very slightly soluble in water; soluble in organic solvents, oils
• Density: 1.144-1.160
• Refractive Index: 1.529-1.537
• Synonyms: Methyl 2-methoxybenzoate, 606-45-1, Methyl o-anisate, Dimethyl salicylate, Methyl o-methoxybenzoate, BENZOIC ACID, 2-METHOXY-, METHYL ESTER, FEMA No. 2717, Methoxy methylbenzoate, o-, methyl ortho-anisate, UNII-SB18J2MCQL, SB18J2MCQL, EINECS 210-118-6, BRN 2207356, DTXSID5047087, AI3-00680, O-Methoxy methylbenzoate, Methyl o-methoxy benzoate, Dimethyl derivative of Salicylic acid, Methyl ester of o-Methoxybenzoic acid, NSC-406256, DTXCID3027087, FEMA 2717, 4-10-00-00144 (Beilstein Handbook Reference), o-Methoxybenzoic acid, methyl ester, METHYL O-METHOXYBENZOATE [FHFI], Benzoic acid, o-methoxy-, methyl ester, METHYL SALICYLATE IMPURITY M [EP IMPURITY], METHYL SALICYLATE IMPURITY M (EP IMPURITY), Methyl 2-methoxybenzoic acid, inchi=1/c9h10o3/c1-11-8-6-4-3-5-7(8)9(10)12-2/h3-6h,1-2h, pfyhaaaqpnmzho-uhfffaoysa-n, o-Anisic acid, methyl ester, o-Methoxy methyl benzoate, Methylsalicylate methyl ether, o-Methoxybenzoic acid methyl ester, 2-Methoxybenzoic acid, methyl ester, Methyol o-methoxybenzoate, Methyl salicylate o-methyl ether, 2-Methoxybenzoic Acid Methyl Ester, NSC 406256, methyl-o-methoxybenzoate, MFCD00008423, 2-methoxy-benzoic acid methyl ester, methyl2-methoxybenzoate, Methyl 2-anisate, o-Anisic acid, methyl ester (7CI,8CI), Methyl 2-methoxy-benzoate, o-Anisic Acid Methyl Ester, SCHEMBL182737, SCHEMBL196037, SCHEMBL515088, SCHEMBL2443988, SCHEMBL7476141, CHEMBL2252121, Methyl 2-methoxybenzoate, 99%, SCHEMBL10652894, CHEBI:173749, Methyl 2-methoxybenzoate, >=97%, 2-Methoxy benzoic acid methyl ester, Tox21_302334, BBL010503, NSC406256, SBB061390, STL146150, AKOS005715211, CCG-327692, FM36570, GS-6864, NCGC00256043-01, CAS-606-45-1, SY048778, DB-013416, A0483, CS-0014015, NS00012846, ST50331830, EN300-49136, H10356, AE-562/40238261, Q27289122, Z19711922

Application

Methyl 2-Methoxybenzoate serves as a versatile building block in organic chemistry, particularly in the synthesis of fragrances, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals. It is employed as a precursor for photoactive compounds and liquid crystal materials due to its methoxy and ester functional groups. Researchers also utilize it in asymmetric catalysis and as a flavor enhancer in food science applications. Its stability under mild reaction conditions makes it valuable for multi-step synthetic routes.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H315 (14.8%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
• H319 (14.8%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
• H335 (14.4%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract 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, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Skin Irrit. 2 (14.8%)
• Eye Irrit. 2A (14.8%)
• STOT SE 3 (14.4%)

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