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Methyl 5-fluoro-2-nitrobenzoate

Also known as: 2-Nitro-5-fluorobenzoic acid, methyl ester, 3-Methoxycarbonyl-4-nitrofluorobenzene, 5-Fluoro-2-nitrobenzoic acid methyl ester, Benzoic acid, 5-fluoro-2-nitro-, methyl ester, Methyl 5-fluoro-2-nitrobenzoate 98%, 2-Nitro-5-fluorobenzoic Acid, Methyl Ester, 5-Fluor-2-nitrobenzoesäuremethylester, WNR DF BVO1, RARECHEM AL BF 0375

Methyl 5-fluoro-2-nitrobenzoate (CAS 393-85-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H6FNO4 and a molecular weight of 199.136 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 40-42ºC, a boiling point of 281.9±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 124.3±23.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
393-85-1
Jingsj CID
J-1178806-0
Molecular Formula
C8H6FNO4
Molecular Weight
199.136 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point40-42ºC
Boiling Point281.9±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point124.3±23.2 °C
Exact Mass199.028091
PSA72.12000
LogP1.71
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.534
Additional PropertySlightly soluble in water. Soluble in dimethyl sulfoxide and acetone.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2916399090
Summary2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 5-fluoro-2-nitrobenzoate?

The CAS number of Methyl 5-fluoro-2-nitrobenzoate is 393-85-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 5-fluoro-2-nitrobenzoate?

Methyl 5-fluoro-2-nitrobenzoate has molecular formula C8H6FNO4 and molecular weight 199.136 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 5-fluoro-2-nitrobenzoate?

For Methyl 5-fluoro-2-nitrobenzoate, Upstream Products: 5-Fluoro-2-nitrobenzoic acid, Dimethyl sulfate, (Trimethylsilyl)diazomethane; Downstream Products: Methyl 2-amino-5-fluorobenzoate, Acifluorfen-methyl, Methyl 5-(methylthio)-2-nitrobenzoate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl 5-fluoro-2-nitrobenzoate (CAS 393-85-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1178806-0 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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