Methyl 5-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate
Also known as: 5-BROMO-2-BROMOMETHYL-BENZOIC ACID METHYL ESTER, Methyl 2-bromoMethyl-5-bromobenzoate, Benzoic acid, 5-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)-, methyl ester
Methyl 5-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate (CAS 79670-17-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H8Br2O2 and a molecular weight of 307.967 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 349.7±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 165.3±25.1 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 79670-17-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-1438508-1
- Molecular Formula
- C9H8Br2O2
- Molecular Weight
- 307.967 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 349.7±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.8±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 165.3±25.1 °C |
| Exact Mass | 305.889099 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 3.58 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.590 |
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 5-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 5-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate is 79670-17-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 5-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate?
Methyl 5-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate has molecular formula C9H8Br2O2 and molecular weight 307.967 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 5-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate?
For Methyl 5-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)benzoate, Upstream Products: Methyl 5-bromo-2-methylbenzoate, N-Bromosuccinimide, Methyl 3-bromo-2-methylbenzoate; Downstream Products: 6-Bromoisoindolin-1-one, Methyl 5-bromo-2-formylbenzoate, methyl 2-(benzyloxy)-5-bromobenzoate.
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