| Identification | ||
| Name | 3-Methylsalicylic acid | |
| Synonyms | 2-Hydroxy-3-methylbenzoic acid; Cresotic acid; Hydroxytoluic acid | |
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| Molecular Structure |
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| Molecular Formula | C8H8O3 | |
| Molecular Weight | 152.15 | |
| CAS Registry Number | 83-40-9 | |
| EINECS | 201-473-8 | |
| Properties | ||
| Melting point | 164-167 ºC | |
| Water solubility | 1.5 g/L (20 ºC) | |