Methyl 3,4-difluorobenzoate

Name: Methyl 3,4-difluorobenzoate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-049910

About Methyl 3,4-difluorobenzoate

Listed under CAS 369-25-5, Methyl 3,4-difluorobenzoate is a fluorinated building block available from Vaqora Chemicals. Formula C8H6F2O2, molecular weight 172.13 g/mol. Alternative names: Benzoic acid, 3,4-difluoro-, methyl ester and methyl 3,4-difluorobenzenecarboxylate.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and agrochemical production.

We offer Methyl 3,4-difluorobenzoate in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request. Custom pack sizes, bulk quantities and specific analytical data can be arranged on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl 3,4-difluorobenzoate
Catalogue No.	VQ-049910
CAS Number	369-25-5
IUPAC name	methyl 3,4-difluorobenzoate
Molecular formula	C₈H₆F₂O₂
Molecular weight	172.13 g/mol
Exact mass	172.0336
InChIKey	DWRVHDWKWKFSAI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC(=O)C1=CC(=C(C=C1)F)F
PubChem CID	2775358

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	2.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 4
TPSA	26.3 Å²

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
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, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, 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 Methyl 3,4-difluorobenzoate?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl 3,4-difluorobenzoate is 369-25-5. It is also known as Benzoic acid, 3,4-difluoro-, methyl ester, methyl 3,4-difluorobenzenecarboxylate, 3.4-difluoro-benzoic acid methyl ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 3,4-difluorobenzoate?

Methyl 3,4-difluorobenzoate has the molecular formula C8H6F2O2 and a molecular weight of 172.13 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 3,4-difluorobenzoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl 3,4-difluorobenzoate can I order?

We supply Methyl 3,4-difluorobenzoate, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methyl 3,4-difluorobenzoate?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl 3,4-difluorobenzoate 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 Methyl 3,4-difluorobenzoate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl 3,4-difluorobenzoate 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.