Methyl 5-fluoro-2-nitrobenzoate, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

Methyl 5-fluoro-2-nitrobenzoate is used as a pharmaceutical intermediate.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
Methyl 5-fluoro-2-nitrobenzoate is used as a pharmaceutical intermediate.

Solubility
Slightly soluble in water. Soluble in dimethyl sulfoxide and acetone.

Notes
Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers. Incompatible with oxidizing agents.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 393-85-1
• Molecular Formula: C8H6FNO4
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 199.14
• MDL Number: MFCD03425619
• InChI Key: LCAUVFVOLNRVKG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: 2-nitro-5-fluorobenzoic acid methyl ester, 5-fluoro-2-nitrobenzoic acid methyl ester, 2-nitro-5-fluorobenzoic acid, methyl ester, benzoic acid, 5-fluoro-2-nitro-, methyl ester, methyl 5fluoro-2-nitrobenzoate, methyl5-fluoro-2-nitrobenzoate, 2-nitro-5-fluorobenzoic acid,methyl ester, 3-fluoro-6-nitrobenzoic acid methyl ester, 5-fluoro-2-nitro-benzoic acid methyl ester, benzoic acid,5-fluoro-2-nitro-, methyl ester
• PubChem CID: 5152049
• IUPAC Name: methyl 5-fluoro-2-nitrobenzoate
• SMILES: COC(=O)C1=C(C=CC(F)=C1)[N+]([O-])=O

• Melting Point: 35°C to 37°C
• Color: White
• Quantity: 5 g
• Solubility Information: Slightly soluble in water. Soluble in dimethyl sulfoxide and acetone.
• Formula Weight: 199.14
• Percent Purity: 98%
• Physical Form: Low Melting Solid
• Chemical Name or Material: Methyl 5-fluoro-2-nitrobenzoate

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• Methyl 5-fluoro-2-nitrobenzoate

Signal Word

• Warning

Hazard Category

• LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 3
• Skin sensitiser Category 1

Hazard Statement

• H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction.
• H412-Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statement

• P261-Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
• P272-Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
• P333+P313-If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
• P363-Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
• P403-Store in a well-ventilated place.
• P501b-Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Supplemental information

• MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Methyl 5-fluoro-2-nitrobenzoate

RUO – Research Use Only