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Methyl 2-bromomethylbenzoate

Also known as: methyl 2-(bromomethyl)benzoate, 2-(bromomethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester, o-(bromomethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester, 2-methoxycarbonylbenzyl bromide, methyl o-bromomethylbenzoate

Methyl 2-bromomethylbenzoate (CAS 2417-73-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H9BrO2 and a molecular weight of 229.071 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 30-35°C, a boiling point of 293.9±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 131.5±22.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
2417-73-4
Jingsj CID
J-1351657-9
Molecular Formula
C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight
229.071 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point30-35°C
Boiling Point293.9±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point131.5±22.6 °C
Exact Mass227.978592
PSA26.30000
LogP2.90
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.560
Storage Conditions2~8℃

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 2-bromomethylbenzoate?

The CAS number of Methyl 2-bromomethylbenzoate is 2417-73-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-bromomethylbenzoate?

Methyl 2-bromomethylbenzoate has molecular formula C9H9BrO2 and molecular weight 229.071 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 2-bromomethylbenzoate?

For Methyl 2-bromomethylbenzoate, Upstream Products: Methyl o-toluate, 1,1'-Azobis(cyclohexanecarbonitrile), Dibromomethane; Downstream Products: Benzoic acid, 2-[(4-formylphenoxy)methyl]-, methyl ester, Isoxepac, 4-[(2-Carboxyphenyl)methoxy]benzeneacetic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl 2-bromomethylbenzoate (CAS 2417-73-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1351657-9 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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