3-Bromo-5-hydroxybenzoic acid
Also known as: 3-Bromo-5-hydroxybenzoicacid, 3-Br-5-OHC6H3CO2H, 3-Brom-5-hydroxy-benzoesaeure, 5-Hydroxy-3-bromobenzoic acid, 5-hydroxy-3-bromo-benzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-5-hydroxy-
3-Bromo-5-hydroxybenzoic acid (CAS 140472-69-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H5BrO3 and a molecular weight of 217.017 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 237-241ºC, a boiling point of 388.1±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 188.5±25.1 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed and H400 — Very toxic to aquatic life. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 140472-69-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-1413958-3
- Molecular Formula
- C7H5BrO3
- Molecular Weight
- 217.017 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 237-241ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 388.1±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 188.5±25.1 °C |
| Exact Mass | 215.942200 |
| PSA | 57.53000 |
| LogP | 2.69 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.655 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
- H400 — Very toxic to aquatic life
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918290000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS: 2918290000 other carboxylic acids with phenol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) VAT:17.0% MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 3-Bromo-5-hydroxybenzoic acid?
The CAS number of 3-Bromo-5-hydroxybenzoic acid is 140472-69-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Bromo-5-hydroxybenzoic acid?
3-Bromo-5-hydroxybenzoic acid has molecular formula C7H5BrO3 and molecular weight 217.017 g/mol.
Is 3-Bromo-5-hydroxybenzoic acid hazardous?
3-Bromo-5-hydroxybenzoic acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H400 — Very toxic to aquatic life.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Bromo-5-hydroxybenzoic acid?
For 3-Bromo-5-hydroxybenzoic acid, Upstream Products: 3-Bromo-5-iodobenzoic acid, 3-Amino-5-bromobenzoic acid, 3-Bromo-5-nitrobenzoic acid; Downstream Products: Methyl 3-bromo-5-methoxybenzoate, 3-Bromo-5-methoxybenzoic acid, Methyl 3-bromo-5-hydroxybenzoate.
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