3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoic acid, 98%

Name: 3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoic acid, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010609

About 3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoic acid, 98%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoic acid, a fluorinated building block registered under CAS number 161957-55-7 at a purity of 98%. The compound has the formula C7H4ClFO2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 174.55 g/mol. Common synonyms include 2-Fluoro-3-chlorobenzoic acid and 3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoicacid.

It is supplied as white to off-white powder or crystals or chunks. Literature values give a melting point of 177-180 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and agrochemical production.

Available in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g and 100 g packs, 3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoic acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoic acid, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-010609
CAS Number	161957-55-7
IUPAC name	3-chloro-2-fluorobenzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₇H₄ClFO₂
Molecular weight	174.55 g/mol
Exact mass	173.9884
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29319090
InChIKey	FCSSYEWURMTUSM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=C(C(=C1)Cl)F)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	302931

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals or chunks
Melting point	177-180 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-3-chlorobenzoic acid, 3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoicacid, 3-Chloro-2-fluoro Benzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 3-chloro-2-fluoro-, 3-Chloro-2-fluoro-benzoic acid, 3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoic acid, 98%

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoic acid, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoic acid, 98% is 161957-55-7. It is also known as 2-Fluoro-3-chlorobenzoic acid, 3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoicacid, 3-Chloro-2-fluoro Benzoic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoic acid, 98%?

3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoic acid, 98% has the molecular formula C7H4ClFO2 and a molecular weight of 174.55 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-chloro-2-fluorobenzoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoic acid, 98% can I order?

We supply 3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoic acid, 98% in (98%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoic acid, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoic acid, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoic acid, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzoic acid, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.