CAS 23287-26-5: Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-3-methyl-, methyl ester

Applications methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoate (cas# 23287-26-5) is a useful research chemical.

Methyl 3-methylsalicylate is a member of the class of organic compounds known as phenols. It has a molecular formula of C6H5OCH3 and a molecular weight of 126.08 g/mol. The compound possesses three methoxy groups, two hydroxyl groups, and one methyl group. Methyl 3-methylsalicylate is used in dyestuffs and as an intermediate in the synthesis of pyrazole derivatives. Methyl 3-methylsalicylate has been shown to induce behavioral responses in model organisms such as honeybees and ants, which may be due to its ability to affect their cuticular hydrocarbons.

Methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoate, is used as an important raw material and intermediate used in organic Synthesis, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals and dyestuff. It is also used as an important organic intermediate. Some other applications include it is used to produce other chemicals. For example, it is used to produce 2-(2-Hydroxy-3-methyl-phenyl)-propan-2-ol. The reaction occurs with reagent Tetrahydrofuran. This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoate