Dimethyl Anthranilate

Independent reference data for Dimethyl Anthranilate (CAS 85-91-6), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Used in perfumes, flavorings, and drugs; [Hawley]Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes

Synonyms and trade names

Methyl 2-(methylamino)benzoate; 85-91-6; METHYL N-METHYLANTHRANILATE; Dimethyl anthranilate; Methyl methylaminobenzoate; Methyl methanthranilate; Methyl methylanthranilate; Benzoic acid, 2-(methylamino)-, methyl ester; 2-Methylaminomethyl benzoate; Methyl N-methyl anthranilate; N-Methylanthranilic acid, methyl ester; Methyl-N-methylanthranilate; Anthranilic acid, N-methyl-, methyl ester; FEMA No. 2718; Methyl 2-methylaminobenzoate; NSC-9406

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVOR ENHANCER, FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent Floral, Must JECFA ADI: 0-0.2 mg/kg bw
GHS notification summary	94% (1633 / 1738)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	94% (1633 / 1738)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 94% (1633 of 1738) of all reports.

Reported as not meeting GHS hazard criteria by 1633 of 1738 companies (only 6% companies provided GHS information). For more detailed information, please visit ECHA C&L website.

What the public record says

Methyl N-methylanthranilate(Dimethyl anthranilate) is identified by CAS 85-91-6, molecular formula C9H11NO2 and molecular weight 165.08 g/mol. UNII 5Z37T562P9; ChEBI 142267; InChIKey GVOWHGSUZUUUDR-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Boiling Point: 256 °C @ 760 MM HG; Boiling Point: 255.00 to 256.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 256 °C.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.