3-Methoxybenzoic acid is a monomethoxybenzoic acid with the chemical formula C8H8O3. It is a white to off-white crystalline powder with a molecular weight of 152.15 g/mol. The compound is characterized by its aromatic nature and the presence of a methoxy group attached to the benzene ring.
Property | Specification |
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Chemical Formula | C8H8O3 |
Molecular Weight | 152.15 g/mol |
Physical State | Solid |
CAS RN | 586-38-9 |
Appearance | White to off-white crystalline powder |
Melting Point | 106-108°C |
Boiling Point | 275-280°C |
Density | 1.32 g/cm³ |
Solubility | Soluble in ethanol, methanol, and acetone |
Purity | ≥ 99% |
Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% |
Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% |
Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm |
Specific Rotation (20°C) | -50° to -53° |
Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.5% |
Packaging | 25 kg or 50 kg fiber drums, or as per customer requirements |