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organic compounds
The synthesis and structure of the title compound, C12H12O5, are described. The molecule is approximately flat with the exception of the 5-methoxy group which is twisted at 70.1 (3)° with respect to the aromatic ring. The molecules pack together with intermolecular hydrogen bonding between the O4 and O2(x, y, z - 1) atoms.