CAS 567-61-3

6-Methylsalicylic acid

Description:

6-Methylsalicylic acid, with the CAS number 567-61-3, is an organic compound that belongs to the class of salicylic acids. It is characterized by a methyl group attached to the sixth carbon of the salicylic acid structure, which consists of a benzene ring with both a hydroxyl (-OH) and a carboxylic acid (-COOH) functional group. This compound typically appears as a white to off-white crystalline solid and is soluble in organic solvents, while its solubility in water is limited. 6-Methylsalicylic acid exhibits properties such as being a weak acid, and it can participate in various chemical reactions, including esterification and amidation. It is of interest in various fields, including pharmaceuticals and organic synthesis, due to its potential biological activities and applications. Additionally, it may serve as a precursor in the synthesis of other chemical compounds. Safety data should be consulted for handling and usage, as with any chemical substance.

Formula: C₈H₈O₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H8O3/c1-5-3-2-4-6(9)7(5)8(10)11/h2-4,9H,1H3,(H,10,11)

InChI key: InChIKey=HCJMNOSIAGSZBM-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• 2,6-Cresotic acid
• 6-Hydroxy-o-toluic acid
• 6-Methylsalicylic acid
• 6-Ms
• 6-Msa
• Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-6-methyl-
• Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-6-methyl- (9CI)
• Brn 2208693
• Nsc 403256
• 2-Hydroxy-6-methylbenzoic acid

2-Hydroxy-6-Methylbenzoic Acid

CAS: 567-61-3

Formula: C₈H₈O₃

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 152.1473

Ref: IN-DA003HF1

2-Hydroxy-6-methylbenzoic acid

CAS: 567-61-3

2-Hydroxy-6-methylbenzoic acid

Formula: C₈H₈O₃

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: white to off-white solid

Molecular weight: 152.15g/mol

Ref: 54-OR16150

2-Hydroxy-6-methylbenzoic Acid

CAS: 567-61-3

Formula: C₈H₈O₃

Purity: >98.0%(T)(HPLC)

Color and Shape: White to Light yellow to Light orange powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 152.15

Ref: 3B-M3737

2-hydroxy-6-Methylbenzoic Acid

CAS: 567-61-3

2-hydroxy-6-Methylbenzoic acid, from G. anandria and fungi like P. patulum, is a precursor to patulin and key for antibiotics and anticancer drugs.

Formula: C₈H₈O₃

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 152.15

Ref: TM-T35685

2-Hydroxy-6-methylbenzoic acid

CAS: 567-61-3

2-Hydroxy-6-methylbenzoic acid is a natural product that is synthesized by the enzyme p. pastoris. It is a member of the polyketide class of compounds and has shown to have physiological effects such as anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. 2-Hydroxy-6-methylbenzoic acid also has been shown to inhibit ATP binding cassette transporter (ABC) proteins, which are involved in drug resistance, from transporting drugs out of cells, making it an attractive candidate for drug discovery.

Formula: C₈H₈O₃

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 152.15 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FH69926

2-Hydroxy-6-methylbenzoic acid

CAS: 567-61-3

Formula: C₈H₈O₃

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 152.149

Ref: 10-F065856

2-Hydroxy-6-methylbenzoic Acid

Controlled Product

CAS: 567-61-3

Formula: C₈H₈O₃

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 152.147

Ref: TR-H972765