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4-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoic acid

Also known as: 2-Hydroxy-4-fluorobenzoic acid, 4-Fluorosalicylic acid, 4-Fluorosalicyclic acid, Benzoic acid, 4-fluoro-2-hydroxy-, RARECHEM AL BE 1428, NSC 109099

4-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoic acid (CAS 345-29-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H5FO3 and a molecular weight of 156.11 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 170 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 300.5±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 135.6±23.7 °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.
345-29-9
Jingsj CID
J-43244-0
Molecular Formula
C7H5FO3
Molecular Weight
156.11 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point170 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point300.5±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point135.6±23.7 °C
Exact Mass156.022278
PSA57.53000
LogP2.63
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.585

GHS Safety & Compliance

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

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918290000
SummaryHS: 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 4-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoic acid?

The CAS number of 4-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoic acid is 345-29-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoic acid?

4-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoic acid has molecular formula C7H5FO3 and molecular weight 156.11 g/mol.

Is 4-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoic acid hazardous?

4-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoic 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 4-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoic acid?

For 4-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoic acid, Upstream Products: 4-Fluorobenzoic acid, 3-Fluorophenol, 2,4-Difluorobenzoic acid; Downstream Products: Methyl 4-fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoate, Ethyl 2-Hydroxy-4-fluorobenzoate, Methyl 4-fluoro-2-methoxybenzoate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "4-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoic acid (CAS 345-29-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-43244-0 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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