Methyl Fluoroacetate

Name: Methyl Fluoroacetate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-037317

About Methyl Fluoroacetate

Methyl Fluoroacetate (CAS 453-18-9) is a fluorinated building block offered by Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C3H5FO2 and its molecular weight is 92.07 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is methyl 2-fluoroacetate. Common synonyms include Fluoroacetic Acid Methyl Ester and Fluoroacetic acid, methyl ester.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

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 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, Methyl Fluoroacetate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl Fluoroacetate
Catalogue No.	VQ-037317
CAS Number	453-18-9
IUPAC name	methyl 2-fluoroacetate
Molecular formula	C₃H₅FO₂
Molecular weight	92.07 g/mol
Exact mass	92.0274
InChIKey	RJBYSQHLLIHSLT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC(=O)CF
PubChem CID	9959

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	0.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 3
TPSA	26.3 Å²
Synonyms	Fluoroacetic Acid Methyl Ester, Fluoroacetic acid, methyl ester, TL 551, Methylester kyseliny fluoroctove, Fluoracetic acid methyl ester

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapor
H300Fatal if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H400Very toxic to aquatic life

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P273, P280, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364

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 Fluoroacetate?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl Fluoroacetate is 453-18-9. It is also known as Fluoroacetic Acid Methyl Ester, Fluoroacetic acid, methyl ester, TL 551.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl Fluoroacetate?

Methyl Fluoroacetate has the molecular formula C3H5FO2 and a molecular weight of 92.07 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 2-fluoroacetate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl Fluoroacetate can I order?

We supply Methyl Fluoroacetate, 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 Fluoroacetate?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl Fluoroacetate 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 Fluoroacetate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl Fluoroacetate 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.