5-Methylsalicylic acid
TL;DR: 5-Methylsalicylic acid (CAS 89-56-5) is a chemical compound with molecular formula C8H8O3 and molecular weight 152.04735 g/mol, supplied by CoreyChem (Career Henan Chemical Co., Ltd.) with ISO-certified quality and global shipping.
2-hydroxy-5-methylbenzoic acid
Also Known As: 5-Methylsalicylic acid, p-Cresotic acid, 2-HYDROXY-5-METHYLBENZOIC ACID, p-Cresotinic acid, p-Homosalicylic acid
Application Areas
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Technical Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C8H8O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 152.04735 g/mol |
| XLogP | 2.8 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area (TPSA) | 57.5 Ų |
| Hydrogen Bond Donors | 2 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptors | 3 |
| Rotatable Bonds | 1 |
| Exact Mass | 152.04735 Da |
| Heavy Atoms | 11 |
| Complexity | 155.0 |
| SMILES | CC1=CC(=C(C=C1)O)C(=O)O |
| InChIKey | DLGBEGBHXSAQOC-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Product Description
Applications: 5-Methylsalicylic acid is used in pharmaceutical synthesis routes and API production, as well as heterocycle construction in medicinal chemistry and agrochemical discovery. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. CoreyChem supplies 5-Methylsalicylic acid (CAS 89-56-5) with custom synthesis available from milligram to multi-kilogram scale, supported by COA, MSDS, and HPLC/NMR/MS documentation.
5-Methylsalicylic acid is a pharmaceutical intermediate identified by CAS number 89-56-5 and the molecular formula C8H8O3 and a molecular weight of 152.05 g/mol. It is also known as 5-Methylsalicylic acid and p-Cresotic acid.
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Chemical Property Profile of 5-Methylsalicylic acid
Property Insights of 5-Methylsalicylic acid
The XLogP value of 2.8 suggests moderate lipophilicity, balancing water solubility and membrane permeability for 5-Methylsalicylic acid. With a topological polar surface area (TPSA) of 57.5 Ų, 5-Methylsalicylic acid exhibits relatively low polarity, potentially indicating favorable cell membrane permeability. Following Lipinski's Rule of Five, 5-Methylsalicylic acid has 2 hydrogen bond donor(s) and 3 hydrogen bond acceptor(s), all within the drug-like range, suggesting favorable oral bioavailability potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 5-Methylsalicylic acid?
The CAS number of 5-Methylsalicylic acid is 89-56-5.
What is the molecular formula of 5-Methylsalicylic acid?
The molecular formula of 5-Methylsalicylic acid is C8H8O3.
What is the molecular weight of 5-Methylsalicylic acid?
The molecular weight of 5-Methylsalicylic acid is 152.04735 g/mol.
What are the applications of 5-Methylsalicylic acid?
5-Methylsalicylic acid is used in pharmaceutical synthesis routes and API production, as well as heterocycle construction in medicinal chemistry and agrochemical discovery. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. CoreyChem supplies 5-Methylsalicylic acid (CAS...
Where can I buy 5-Methylsalicylic acid?
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Does CoreyChem offer custom synthesis for 5-Methylsalicylic acid?
Yes, CoreyChem provides custom synthesis services for 5-Methylsalicylic acid and related compounds. Contact us with your specific requirements including quantity, purity, and timeline.