CAS 2612-02-4: 5-Methoxysalicylic acid

Description: 5-Methoxysalicylic acid, with the CAS number 2612-02-4, is an organic compound that belongs to the class of salicylic acids, which are characterized by the presence of both a hydroxyl group and a carboxylic acid group on a benzene ring. This particular compound features a methoxy group (-OCH3) at the 5-position of the salicylic acid structure, which influences its chemical properties and biological activity. It is typically a white to off-white crystalline solid that is soluble in organic solvents and exhibits limited solubility in water. 5-Methoxysalicylic acid is known for its potential anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, making it of interest in pharmaceutical applications. Additionally, it may serve as an intermediate in the synthesis of various chemical compounds. Its stability and reactivity can be influenced by factors such as pH and temperature, and it may undergo typical reactions associated with carboxylic acids and phenolic compounds. As with many organic compounds, safety data should be consulted for handling and usage.

Formula: C₈H₈O₄

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H8O4/c1-12-5-2-3-7(9)6(4-5)8(10)11/h2-4,9H,1H3,(H,10,11)

InChI key: InChIKey=IZZIWIAOVZOBLF-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: O=C(O)C1=CC(OC)=CC=C1O

Synonyms:

• 2-Hydroxy-5-Methoxybenzoate
• 2-Hydroxy-5-methoxybenzoic acid
• 5-Methoxy-2-hydroxybenzenecarboxylic acid
• 5-Methoxy-2-hydroxybenzoic acid
• 6-Methoxy-m-anisic acid
• Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-5-methoxy-
• NSC 2579
• m-Anisic acid, 6-hydroxy-
• 5-Methoxysalicylic acid

5-Methoxysalicylic Acid

CAS: 2612-02-4

• Formula: C₈H₈O₄
• Purity: >98.0%(T)(HPLC)
• Color and Shape: White to Light yellow powder to crystal
• Molecular weight: 168.15

Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-5-methoxy-

CAS: 2612-02-4

• Formula: C₈H₈O₄
• Purity: 98%
• Color and Shape: Solid
• Molecular weight: 168.14672000000002

5-Methoxysalicylic acid

CAS: 2612-02-4

• Formula: C₈H₈O₄
• Purity: ≥ 99.0%
• Color and Shape: White to light-brown crystalline powder
• Molecular weight: 168.15

5-Methoxysalicylic acid, 98%

CAS: 2612-02-4

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• Formula: C₈H₈O₄
• Purity: 98%
• Color and Shape: White to yellow to beige, Powder or crystals
• Molecular weight: 168.15

5-Methoxysalicylic acid

CAS: 2612-02-4

• Formula: C₈H₈O₄
• Purity: 98%
• Color and Shape: off white crystalline solid
• Molecular weight: 168.15g/mol

5-Methoxysalicylic acid

CAS: 2612-02-4

5-Methoxysalicylic acid (5-MeOSA), a natural product, serves as an effective matrix for oligonucleotide analysis in …

• Formula: C₈H₈O₄
• Purity: 97.38%
• Color and Shape: Solid
• Molecular weight: 168.15

2-Hydroxy-5-methoxybenzoic acid

CAS: 2612-02-4

• Purity: 95.0%
• Color and Shape: Solid
• Molecular weight: 168.1479949951172

6-Hydroxy-3-anisic acid

CAS: 2612-02-4

6-Hydroxy-3-anisic acid is a building block that can be used to synthesize complex compounds. It …

• Formula: C₈H₈O₄
• Purity: Min. 98 Area-%
• Color and Shape: Powder
• Molecular weight: 168.15 g/mol

5-Methoxysalicylic acid

CAS: 2612-02-4

Applications 5-Methoxysalicylic acid

• Formula: C₈H₈O₄
• Color and Shape: Neat
• Molecular weight: 168.15