| Identification |
| Name: | Benzoic acid,2-hydroxy-5-methyl- |
| Synonyms: | 2,5-Cresoticacid (8CI);2-Hydroxy-5-methylbenzoic acid;5-Methyl-2-hydroxybenzoic acid;5-Methylsalicylic acid;6-Hydroxy-3-methylbenzoic acid;6-Hydroxy-m-toluicacid;NSC 38518;p-Cresotic acid;p-Cresotinic acid;p-Homosalicylic acid;a-Cresotinic acid; |
| CAS: | 89-56-5 |
| EINECS: | 201-918-6 |
| Molecular Formula: | C8H8O3 |
| Molecular Weight: | 152.15 |
| InChI: | InChI=1/C8H8O3/c1-5-2-3-7(9)6(4-5)8(10)11/h2-4,9H,1H3,(H,10,11) |
| Molecular Structure: |
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| Properties |
| Flash Point: | 149 |
| Boiling Point: | 313 |
| Density: | 1.31 g/cm3 |
| Stability: | Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions. |
| Solubility: | Very soluble |
| Appearance: | odorless white crystals |
| Flash Point: | 149 |
| Storage Temperature: | Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. |
| Safety Data |
| Hazard Symbols |
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