Methyl 4-fluorobenzoate
Also known as: 4-Fluorobenzoic acid methyl ester, Benzoic acid, 4-fluoro-, methyl ester, Methyl p-fluorobenzoate, p-Fluorobenzoic acid methyl ester, Benzoic acid, p-fluoro-, methyl ester
Methyl 4-fluorobenzoate (CAS 403-33-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7FO2 and a molecular weight of 154.138 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 190.4±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 67.4±14.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 403-33-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-9173-6
- Molecular Formula
- C8H7FO2
- Molecular Weight
- 154.138 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 190.4±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 67.4±14.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 154.043015 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 2.28 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.5±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.490 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- 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-fluorobenzoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 4-fluorobenzoate is 403-33-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 4-fluorobenzoate?
Methyl 4-fluorobenzoate has molecular formula C8H7FO2 and molecular weight 154.138 g/mol.
Is Methyl 4-fluorobenzoate hazardous?
Methyl 4-fluorobenzoate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H318 — Causes serious eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 4-fluorobenzoate?
For Methyl 4-fluorobenzoate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 4-Fluorobenzyl alcohol, 4-Fluorobenzaldehyde; Downstream Products: Methyl 4'-methylbiphenyl-4-carboxylate, methyl 4-(4-methylpiperazin-1-yl)benzoate, 5-(4-fluorophenyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole-2(3H)-thione.
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