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Home/Compounds/Research Reagent/5-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid
C8H8O3
152.15 g/mol
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5-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid

CAS578-22-3EC626-195-8
Category
Research Reagent
Compound Class
Organic Acid
Primary Use
Research Compound

5-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid is a research chemical used primarily in laboratory and industrial research settings. Its structure features an aromatic ring with carboxylic acid and hydroxyl functional groups, contributing to its polar and reactive character.

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Safety Reference

Corrosive
Corrosive
Harmful
Harmful
Danger
H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H335May cause respiratory irritation
Identifiers
IUPAC Name

5-hydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid

InChIKey

ZIOYQUNKXJQXQY-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES

CC1=C(C=C(C=C1)O)C(=O)O

Synonyms (5)
  • 5,2-Cresotic acid
  • 5-HYDROXY-O-TOLUIC ACID

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