Methyl 5-fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoate
Also known as: Methyl 5-fluorosalicylate, 4-Fluoro-2-(methoxycarbonyl)phenol, 5-FLUORO-2-HYDROXY-BENZOIC ACID METHYL ESTER, MFCD03427141
Methyl 5-fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoate (CAS 391-92-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7FO3 and a molecular weight of 170.13800 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 30-34ºC, a boiling point of 50/0.15mm, a density of 1.309g/cm3 and a flash point of 98.4ºC. 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.
- 391-92-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-1524069-4
- Molecular Formula
- C8H7FO3
- Molecular Weight
- 170.13800 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 30-34ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 50/0.15mm |
| Density | 1.309g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 98.4ºC |
| Exact Mass | 170.03800 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 1.31790 |
| Refractive Index | 1.526 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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 Methyl 5-fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 5-fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoate is 391-92-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 5-fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoate?
Methyl 5-fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoate has molecular formula C8H7FO3 and molecular weight 170.13800 g/mol.
Is Methyl 5-fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoate hazardous?
Methyl 5-fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoate 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 5-fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoate?
For Methyl 5-fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 5-Fluorosalicylic acid, Trimethyl orthoformate; Downstream Products: 2-fluoroxanthen-9-one, 5-fluoro-2-hydroxybenzamide.
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