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Methyl 2,3,4,5,6-pentafluorobenzoate

Also known as: Methyl pentafluorobenzoate, Methyl perfluorobenzoate, Pentafluorobenzoic acid methyl ester, Perfluorobenzoic acid methyl ester, Benzoic acid, 2,3,4,5,6-pentafluoro-, methyl ester

Methyl 2,3,4,5,6-pentafluorobenzoate (CAS 36629-42-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H3F5O2 and a molecular weight of 226.100 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 222.7±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 78.3±0.0 °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.
36629-42-2
Jingsj CID
J-32111-9
Molecular Formula
C8H3F5O2
Molecular Weight
226.100 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point222.7±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point78.3±0.0 °C
Exact Mass226.005325
PSA26.30000
LogP2.21
Vapor Pressure0.1±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.426

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

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 2,3,4,5,6-pentafluorobenzoate?

The CAS number of Methyl 2,3,4,5,6-pentafluorobenzoate is 36629-42-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2,3,4,5,6-pentafluorobenzoate?

Methyl 2,3,4,5,6-pentafluorobenzoate has molecular formula C8H3F5O2 and molecular weight 226.100 g/mol.

Is Methyl 2,3,4,5,6-pentafluorobenzoate hazardous?

Methyl 2,3,4,5,6-pentafluorobenzoate 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 2,3,4,5,6-pentafluorobenzoate?

For Methyl 2,3,4,5,6-pentafluorobenzoate, Upstream Products: Methanol, Pentafluorobenzoic acid, Pentafluorobenzoyl chloride; Downstream Products: Decafluorobenzophenone, 4-Azido-2,3,5,6-tetrafluorobenzoic acid, 4-Azido-2,3,5,6-tetrafluorobenzoic acid N-succinimidyl ester.

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