| Purity / Analysis Method | >98.0%(GC)(T) |
| Molecular Formula / Molecular Weight | C8H8O5 = 184.15 |
| Physical State (20 deg.C) | Solid |
| CAS RN | 99-24-1 |
| PubChem Substance ID | 87570244 |
| Merck Index (14) | 4345 |
| MDL Number | MFCD00002194 |
Methyl gallate
Purity : >98.0%(GC)(T)
CAS No.: 99-24-1
EC No.: 202-741-7
EC Name: methyl 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoate
ECHA Name: Methyl 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoate
Synonyms:
METHYL GALLATE
Methyl 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoate
99-24-1
Gallic acid methyl ester
Methylgallate
Specification & Properties
Specifications:
| Appearance | White to Light yellow powder to crystal |
| Purity(GC) | min. 98.0 % |
| Purity(Neutralization titration) | min. 98.0 % |
| Melting point | 199.0 to 205.0 deg.C |
| Solubility in Methanol | almost transparency |
Properties:
| Melting Point | 200 deg.C |
| Solubility in water | Slightly soluble |
| Solubility (soluble in) | Ether,Dioxane,Acetone |
| Solubility (slightly sol. in) | Chloroform |
| Solubility (very slightly) | Toluene,Benzene |
Safety & Regulations
Safety Information:
| Chemical Safety |  |
| Signal Word | Warning |
| Hazard Statements | H302 : Harmful if swallowed. H315 : Causes skin irritation. H319 : Causes serious eye irritation. |
| Precautionary Statements | P501 : Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant. P270 : Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P264 : Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P280 : Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection. P302 + P352 : IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P337 + P313 : If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention. P305 + P351 + P338 : IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P362 + P364 : Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P332 + P313 : If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P301 + P312 + P330 : IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. |
Related Laws:
| RTECS# | LW8000000 |
Transport Information:
Hazard Classification:
Warning!
According to the classification provided by companies to ECHA in CLP notifications this substance
is harmful if swallowed,
causes serious eye irritation,
causes skin irritation,
may cause an allergic skin reaction and
may cause respiratory irritation.
