4-Bromo-3-methylbenzoic acid
Also known as: 4-Bromo-m-toluic acid, 3-Methyl-4-bromobenzoic acid, 4-Bromo-3-methylbenzoate, 2-Bromo-5-carboxytoluene, 4-Bromo-m-toluic acid (COOH=1), MFCD00039526, EINECS 231-713-7
4-Bromo-3-methylbenzoic acid (CAS 7697-28-1) 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 212-216 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 311.4±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 142.1±24.6 °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.
- 7697-28-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-926569-4
- 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 | 212-216 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 311.4±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 142.1±24.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 213.962936 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 3.32 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.595 |
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 4-Bromo-3-methylbenzoic acid?
The CAS number of 4-Bromo-3-methylbenzoic acid is 7697-28-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Bromo-3-methylbenzoic acid?
4-Bromo-3-methylbenzoic acid has molecular formula C8H7BrO2 and molecular weight 215.044 g/mol.
Is 4-Bromo-3-methylbenzoic acid hazardous?
4-Bromo-3-methylbenzoic 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-Bromo-3-methylbenzoic acid?
For 4-Bromo-3-methylbenzoic acid, Upstream Products: 4-Amino-3-methylbenzoic acid, 1-Bromo-2,4-dimethylbenzene, Methyl 4-bromo-3-methylbenzoate; Downstream Products: 4-Bromo-3-methylbenzonitrile, (4-Bromo-3-methylphenyl)(morpholino)methanone, 4-Hydroxy-3-methylbenzoic acid.
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