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5-Methoxysalicylic acid

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5-Methoxysalicylic acid (CAS 2612-02-4) supplier Zemixal. Request a quote with price, lead time and documents. Catalogue no. ZX-041822.

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5-Methoxysalicylic acid chemical structure
CAS number2612-02-4
FormulaC8H8O4
Molar mass168.15 g/mol
Physical formSolid
InChIKeyIZZIWIAOVZOBLF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
IUPAC name2-hydroxy-5-methoxybenzoic acid

About 5-Methoxysalicylic acid

5-Methoxysalicylic acid sits in our API Process Intermediates & Related Compounds section and ships worldwide from stock or short lead time. For your records, the material is defined by CAS 2612-02-4, formula C8H8O4 and molar mass 168.15 g/mol. It is handled as a solid.

Typical applications

  • API route development
  • Impurity fate & purge studies
  • Analytical method development

Storage and safety notes

It carries the GHS signal word Warning (H315, H319 and H335), so wear gloves and eye protection and work with good ventilation.

Order it in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs or ask for a bulk quotation. You receive a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS with each order. Add it to your quote list and our team replies with price, lead time and shipping options within one business day.

Reference standards for Ascorbic acid

See every impurity, metabolite and related compound we list for this API.

Ascorbic acid standards

Typical uses

  • API route development
  • Impurity fate & purge studies
  • Analytical method development

Applications

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of 5-Methoxysalicylic acid
Product name5-Methoxysalicylic acid
Catalogue numberZX-041822
CAS number2612-02-4
IUPAC name2-hydroxy-5-methoxybenzoic acid
Molecular formulaC8H8O4
Molar mass168.15 g/mol
Exact mass168.0423
Physical formSolid
XLogP32.5
H-bond donors / acceptors2 / 4
Topological polar surface area66.8 Ų
InChIKeyIZZIWIAOVZOBLF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILESCOC1=CC(=C(C=C1)O)C(=O)O
PubChem CID75787
SynonymsBenzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-5-methoxy-, 5-Methoxy-2-hydroxybenzoic acid, Bee Venom Wart Remover Cream, 6-hydroxy-m-anisic acid, Acid5-methoxysalicylic, 5-MeOSA, 5-o-METHYL GENTISIC ACID, m-Anisic acid, 6-hydroxy-, 2-hydroxy-5-methoxy-benzoic acid, 6-hydroxy-3-anisic acid, 2-Hydroxy-5-methoxybenzoicAcid, 5-Methoxysalicylate

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS07 Irritant or harmful
Irritant or harmful

Signal word Warning

  • H315Causes skin irritation
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of 5-Methoxysalicylic acid
10 mgQuoted on request
25 mgQuoted on request
50 mgQuoted on request
100 mgQuoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about 5-Methoxysalicylic acid

Which CAS number identifies 5-Methoxysalicylic acid?
5-Methoxysalicylic acid is registered under CAS 2612-02-4. You may also see it listed as Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-5-methoxy-, 5-Methoxy-2-hydroxybenzoic acid, Bee Venom Wart Remover Cream. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-041822.
What are the formula and molar mass of 5-Methoxysalicylic acid?
For 5-Methoxysalicylic acid, its formula is C8H8O4 and its molar mass is 168.15 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-hydroxy-5-methoxybenzoic acid. InChIKey IZZIWIAOVZOBLF-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
How is 5-Methoxysalicylic acid used in pharmaceutical QC?
5-Methoxysalicylic acid is a characterised reference material linked to Ascorbic acid. Laboratories use it to identify and quantify this impurity during method development and validation, stability work, batch release testing and regulatory submissions.
What grade and pack sizes are available for 5-Methoxysalicylic acid?
The grade and assay are confirmed on the quotation and the batch COA. Standard packs are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with 5-Methoxysalicylic acid?
Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.
Can Zemixal ship 5-Methoxysalicylic acid to my country?
Yes. Because 5-Methoxysalicylic acid is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.
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