Methyl 4-bromobenzoate
Also known as: Methyl p-bromobenzoate, 4-Bromobenzoic acid methyl ester, p-Bromobenzoic acid methyl ester, BRBSME, Methyl 4-bromo-benzoate, Methyl 4-bromobenzoate (4-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester)
Methyl 4-bromobenzoate (CAS 619-42-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7BrO2 and a molecular weight of 215.044 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 77-81 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 262.2±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 112.4±19.8 °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.
- 619-42-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-42268-4
- Molecular Formula
- C8H7BrO2
- Molecular Weight
- 215.044 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 77-81 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 262.2±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 112.4±19.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 213.962936 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 2.95 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.550 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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 4-bromobenzoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 4-bromobenzoate is 619-42-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 4-bromobenzoate?
Methyl 4-bromobenzoate has molecular formula C8H7BrO2 and molecular weight 215.044 g/mol.
Is Methyl 4-bromobenzoate hazardous?
Methyl 4-bromobenzoate 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 4-bromobenzoate?
For Methyl 4-bromobenzoate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 4-Bromobenzaldehyde, potassium 4-(methoxycarbonyl)phenyltrifluoroborate; Downstream Products: Methyl 4-(4-oxobutyl)benzoate, Methyl 4-(pyridin-4-yl)benzoate, 4-bromobenzhydrazide.
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