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2,4-Difluorobenzoic acid

Also known as: 2,4-DFBA, Benzoic acid, 2,4-difluoro-, NSC 10312, QVR BF DF, RARECHEM AL BO 0245, 4-Difluorobenzoic acid, 2,4-Difluorobenzonicacid, o,p-difluorobenzoic acid

2,4-Difluorobenzoic acid (CAS 1583-58-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H4F2O2 and a molecular weight of 158.10 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 188-190 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 239.5±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 98.6±21.8 °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.
1583-58-0
Jingsj CID
J-3340-9
Molecular Formula
C7H4F2O2
Molecular Weight
158.10 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point188-190 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point239.5±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point98.6±21.8 °C
Exact Mass158.017929
PSA37.30000
LogP2.07
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.513
Additional PropertySOLUBLE

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 2,4-Difluorobenzoic acid?

The CAS number of 2,4-Difluorobenzoic acid is 1583-58-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,4-Difluorobenzoic acid?

2,4-Difluorobenzoic acid has molecular formula C7H4F2O2 and molecular weight 158.10 g/mol.

Is 2,4-Difluorobenzoic acid hazardous?

2,4-Difluorobenzoic acid 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 2,4-Difluorobenzoic acid?

For 2,4-Difluorobenzoic acid, Upstream Products: Carbon dioxide, 2,4-Difluoroiodobenzene, 2',4'-Difluoroacetophenone; Downstream Products: 4-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoic acid, 2-Fluoro-4-hydroxybenzoic acid, 2-Fluorobenzoic acid.

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