2-HYDROXY-3-ISOPROPYLBENZOIC ACID

Synonym(s):3-Isopropylsalicylic acid

CAS NO.：7053-88-5
Empirical Formula: C10H12O3
Molecular Weight: 180.2
MDL number: MFCD00075272
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2026-05-27 17:38:51

2-HYDROXY-3-ISOPROPYLBENZOIC ACID Structural

What is 2-HYDROXY-3-ISOPROPYLBENZOIC ACID?

The Uses of 2-HYDROXY-3-ISOPROPYLBENZOIC ACID

2-Hydroxy-3-isopropylbenzoic acid may be used in the preparation of 3-isopropylgentisic acid.

General Description

2-Hydroxy-3-isopropylbenzoic acid is an analog of general anesthetic compound, propofol (2,6-diisopropylphenol). It was investigated for general anesthetic activity in Xenopus laevis tadpoles and for the ability to produce enhancement of submaximal GABA responses.

Properties of 2-HYDROXY-3-ISOPROPYLBENZOIC ACID

Melting point:	73-75 °C(lit.)
Boiling point:	301.6±35.0 °C(Predicted)
Density	1?+-.0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
pka	3.03±0.10(Predicted)

Safety information for 2-HYDROXY-3-ISOPROPYLBENZOIC ACID

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P271:Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.