Methyl 3-Hydroxyphenylacetate

• CAT Number: R064139
• CAS Number: 42058-59-3
• Molecular Formula: C9H10O3
• Molecular Weight: 166.18
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 3-Hydroxybenzeneacetic Acid Methyl Ester; (3-Hydroxyphenyl)acetic Acid Methyl ester; 2-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)acetic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 2-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)acetate; Methyl 3-Hydroxybenzeneacetate; Methyl m-hydroxyphenylacetate
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: methyl 2-(3-hydroxyphenyl)acetate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C9H10O3/c1-12-9(11)6-7-3-2-4-8(10)5-7/h2-5,10H,6H2,1H3
• InChIKey: AMDDOQIUPAINLH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: COC(=O)CC1=CC(=CC=C1)O

Methyl 3-hydroxyphenylacetate（Cat No.:R064139）is an aromatic ester featuring a hydroxy-substituted phenyl ring and a methyl ester group attached via a two-carbon linker. It appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a pleasant, sweet odor, making it useful in fragrance and flavor formulations. In organic synthesis, it serves as a versatile intermediate for producing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. The phenolic hydroxyl group allows for further functionalization, while the ester moiety offers hydrolytic and transesterification potential. Its dual reactivity supports diverse applications in medicinal and industrial chemistry.