5-Fluoro-2-methylbenzoic acid, 99%

Name: 5-Fluoro-2-methylbenzoic acid, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010683

About 5-Fluoro-2-methylbenzoic acid, 99%

Listed under CAS 33184-16-6, 5-Fluoro-2-methylbenzoic acid is a fluorinated building block available from Vaqora Chemicals at a purity of 99%. The compound has the formula C8H7FO2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 154.14 g/mol. Common synonyms include 5-Fluoro-o-toluic acid and Benzoic acid, 5-fluoro-2-methyl-.

It is supplied as white to yellow powder or crystals. Reported physical data include a melting point of 133 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

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 1 kg packs, 5-Fluoro-2-methylbenzoic 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-Fluoro-2-methylbenzoic acid, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-010683
CAS Number	33184-16-6
IUPAC name	5-fluoro-2-methylbenzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₇FO₂
Molecular weight	154.14 g/mol
Exact mass	154.043
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29309099
InChIKey	JVBLXLBINTYFPR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=C(C=C(C=C1)F)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	182114

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to yellow powder or crystals
Melting point	133 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	5-Fluoro-o-toluic acid, Benzoic acid, 5-fluoro-2-methyl-, 3-Fluoro-6-methylbenzoic acid, 5-Fluoro-2-Methyl-Benzoic Acid, 5-Fluoranyl-2-Methyl-Benzoic Acid, 5-Fluoro-2-methylbenzoicacid, 9TZ, Benzoicacid, 5-fluoro-2-methyl-, 5-Fluoro-2-methylbenzoato, 5-fluoro-2-methyl benzoic acid, 5-Fluoro-2-methylbenzoic acid, 99%

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-Fluoro-2-methylbenzoic acid, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of 5-Fluoro-2-methylbenzoic acid, 99% is 33184-16-6. It is also known as 5-Fluoro-o-toluic acid, Benzoic acid, 5-fluoro-2-methyl-, 3-Fluoro-6-methylbenzoic acid.

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

5-Fluoro-2-methylbenzoic acid, 99% has the molecular formula C8H7FO2 and a molecular weight of 154.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 5-fluoro-2-methylbenzoic acid.

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

We supply 5-Fluoro-2-methylbenzoic acid, 99% in (99%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

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

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

Yes. 5-Fluoro-2-methylbenzoic 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.