5-Fluoro-2-methoxybenzoic acid
Also known as: 5-Fluoro-o-anisic acid, 2-Methoxy-5-fluorobenzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 5-fluoro-2-methoxy-
5-Fluoro-2-methoxybenzoic acid (CAS 394-04-7) 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 170.138 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 87-91 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 294.0±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 131.6±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.
- 394-04-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-50047-0
- Molecular Formula
- C8H7FO3
- Molecular Weight
- 170.138 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 87-91 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 294.0±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 131.6±21.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 170.037918 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 1.84 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.524 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918990090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 5-Fluoro-2-methoxybenzoic acid?
The CAS number of 5-Fluoro-2-methoxybenzoic acid is 394-04-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Fluoro-2-methoxybenzoic acid?
5-Fluoro-2-methoxybenzoic acid has molecular formula C8H7FO3 and molecular weight 170.138 g/mol.
Is 5-Fluoro-2-methoxybenzoic acid hazardous?
5-Fluoro-2-methoxybenzoic 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 5-Fluoro-2-methoxybenzoic acid?
For 5-Fluoro-2-methoxybenzoic acid, Upstream Products: 4-Fluoroanisole, 1-(5-Fluoro-2-methoxyphenyl)ethanone, 1-(5-Fluoro-2-hydroxyphenyl)ethan-1-one; Downstream Products: 5-Fluorosalicylic acid, Ethyl 5-fluoro-2-hydroxybenzoate.
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