Methyl 2,6-dihydroxy-p-toluate

Methyl 2,6-dihydroxy-p-toluate Structure
Methyl 2,6-dihydroxy-p-toluate structure
Common Name Methyl 2,6-dihydroxy-p-toluate
CAS Number 16846-10-9 Molecular Weight 182.17300
Density 1.296g/cm3 Boiling Point 277.7ºC at 760mmHg
Molecular Formula C9H10O4 Melting Point 96-98ºC(lit.)
MSDS Chinese USA Flash Point 108.5ºC
Symbol GHS07
GHS07
Signal Word Warning

Identification of methyl salicylate as the principal volatile component in the methanol extract of root bark of Securidaca longepedunculata Fers.

J. Mass Spectrom. 37(6) , 577-80, (2002)

Securidaca longepedunculata Fers (Polygalaceae) is commonly used as a medicine in many parts of Africa and shows promise for protecting stored grain against insect pests. Analysis of a methanol extract of the root bark by gas chromatography linked to mass spe...