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3-Methyl Salicylic Acid

Catalog No. M326080 Name Toronto Research Chemicals
CAS Number 83-40-9 Website http://www.trc-canada.com
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SYNONYMS

IUPAC name
2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoic acid
IUPAC Traditional name
cresotic acid
Synonyms
o-Homosalicylic Acid
NSC 17561
o-Cresotinic Acid
2,3-Cresotic Acid
2-Hydroxy-3-methylbenzoic acid
β-Cresotinic Acid
Hydroxytoluic Acid
NSC 1772
NSC 50796

DATABASE IDS

CAS Number 83-40-9

PROPERTIES

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Apperance White To Off-White Solid
Melting Point 165-166°C
Solubility Alcohol
Solubility Chloroform
Solubility Ether
Solubility Water (hot)
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Storage Condition -20°C Freezer

DETAILS

Description (English)
Toxicity is similar to salicylic acid. Used in manufacturing of dyes.

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