5-Chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid, 99%

Name: 5-Chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008378

About 5-Chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid, 99%

Listed under CAS 3438-16-2, 5-Chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid is a carboxylic acid available from Vaqora Chemicals at a purity of 99%. The compound has the formula C8H7ClO3, corresponding to a molecular weight of 186.59 g/mol. Common synonyms include 5-Chloro-o-anisic acid and 5-Chloro-2-methoxy-benzoic acid.

The material typically appears as white to beige powder or crystals. Key physical data: a melting point of 98-100 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 5 g, 25 g and 100 g packs, 5-Chloro-2-methoxybenzoic 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	5-Chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008378
CAS Number	3438-16-2
IUPAC name	5-chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₇ClO₃
Molecular weight	186.59 g/mol
Exact mass	186.0084
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29333990
InChIKey	HULDRQRKKXRXBI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC1=C(C=C(C=C1)Cl)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	76970

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to beige powder or crystals
Melting point	98-100 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	46.5 Å²
Synonyms	5-Chloro-o-anisic acid, 5-Chloro-2-methoxy-benzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 5-chloro-2-methoxy-, 5-Chloro-2-methoxybenzoicacid, 5-chloro-2-(methyloxy)benzoic acid, 5-Chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid, 99%, 5-Chloro-methoxybenzoic acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, 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 5-Chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of 5-Chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid, 99% is 3438-16-2. It is also known as 5-Chloro-o-anisic acid, 5-Chloro-2-methoxy-benzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 5-chloro-2-methoxy-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid, 99%?

5-Chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid, 99% has the molecular formula C8H7ClO3 and a molecular weight of 186.59 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 5-chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 5-Chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid, 99% can I order?

We supply 5-Chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid, 99% in (99%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 5-Chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of 5-Chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid, 99% 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 5-Chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 5-Chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid, 99% 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.