Methyl 2-iodobenzoate
Also known as: 2-iodobenzoic acid methyl ester, Methyl o-iodobenzoate, 2-Iodo-benzoic acid methyl ester, Benzoic acid, 2-iodo-, methyl ester, Methyl 2-iodo benzoate, o-MeO2CC6H4I, 2-MeO2CC6H4I
Methyl 2-iodobenzoate (CAS 610-97-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7IO2 and a molecular weight of 262.044 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 64°C, a boiling point of 258.8±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 110.3±19.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 610-97-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-1375582-3
- Molecular Formula
- C8H7IO2
- Molecular Weight
- 262.044 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 64°C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 258.8±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.8±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 110.3±19.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 261.949066 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 2.74 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.597 |
| Additional Property | INSOLUBLE |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916399090 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-iodobenzoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 2-iodobenzoate is 610-97-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-iodobenzoate?
Methyl 2-iodobenzoate has molecular formula C8H7IO2 and molecular weight 262.044 g/mol.
Is Methyl 2-iodobenzoate hazardous?
Methyl 2-iodobenzoate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 2-iodobenzoate?
For Methyl 2-iodobenzoate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 2-Iodobenzoic acid, Methyl benzoate; Downstream Products: 2-Iodobenzoic acid, Methyl 2-iodo-5-nitrobenzoate, Methyl 2-methoxybenzoate.
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