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Methyl olivetolate

Also known as methyl 2,4-dihydroxy-6-pentylbenzoate, Benzoic acid, 2,4-dihydroxy-6-pentyl-, methyl ester, 2,4-dihydroxy-6-pentyl-benzoic acid methyl ester

CAS 58016-28-7Formula C13H18O4Molar mass 238.28 g/mol
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Methyl olivetolate chemical structure, C13H18O4, CAS 58016-28-7
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
58016-28-7
Formula
C13H18O4
Molar mass
238.28 g/mol
HS code
291829
Category
Aromatic building blocks

What is Methyl olivetolate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Methyl olivetolate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C13H18O4 and a molar mass of 238.28 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 58016-28-7. The IUPAC name is methyl 2,4-dihydroxy-6-pentylbenzoate.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
methyl 2,4-dihydroxy-6-pentylbenzoate
CAS number
58016-28-7 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C13H18O4
UNII
MAU23YS84X
MDL number
MFCD06737776
InChIKey
RQGAOBDPFOADCM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C13H18O4/c1-3-4-5-6-9-7-10(14)8-11(15)12(9)13(16)17-2/h7-8,14-15H,3-6H2,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCC1=C(C(=CC(=C1)O)O)C(=O)OC

Synonyms

  • methyl 2,4-dihydroxy-6-pentylbenzoate
  • Benzoic acid, 2,4-dihydroxy-6-pentyl-, methyl ester
  • 2,4-dihydroxy-6-pentyl-benzoic acid methyl ester
  • CanbidiolImpurity1
  • Olivetol Methyl Ester
  • Benzoylchloride,4-chloro-5-fluoro-
  • methyl2,4-dihydroxy-6-pentylbenzoate
  • Methyl 2,4-dihydroxy-6-pentyl-benzoate
  • Methyl 6-n-pentyl-2,4-dihydroxybenzoate
  • methyl 2,4-dihydroxy-6-pentylbenzoate58016-28-7
  • Methyl olivetolate Other Name Methyl 2,4-dihydroxy-6-pentylbenzoate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
238.28 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
238.1205 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
2.62calc.
Topological polar surface area
66.76 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
5calc.
Heavy atoms
17calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.46calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccccc1

c1ccccc1

1 ring, 6 atoms, the Benzene ring system.

485,677 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Methyl olivetolate is traded under.

HS 2918.29Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids, (with phenol function but without other oxygen function), their anhydrides, halides…

World exports in 2024
$861M
+0.9% vs 2023, imports $892M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China30.5%
  2. South Korea18.3%
  3. Switzerland * partner reported13.3%
Top importers
  1. United States14.7%
  2. Germany13.3%
  3. Japan10.3%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Methyl olivetolate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Methyl olivetolate, based on the data on this page

What is Methyl olivetolate?

Methyl olivetolate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C13H18O4 and a molar mass of 238.28 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 58016-28-7. The IUPAC name is methyl 2,4-dihydroxy-6-pentylbenzoate.

What is the CAS number of Methyl olivetolate?

The CAS registry number of Methyl olivetolate is 58016-28-7.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Methyl olivetolate?

The molecular formula of Methyl olivetolate is C13H18O4 and its molar mass is 238.28 g/mol.

What is Methyl olivetolate used for?

Known uses and roles of Methyl olivetolate include building blocks in research and laboratory and screening compounds in research and laboratory.

Is Methyl olivetolate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Methyl olivetolate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Methyl olivetolate?

Methyl olivetolate is usually classified under HS code 291829 (Carboxylic acids with phenol function but without other oxygen function, their…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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