Methyl 5-fluoro-3-hydroxy-2-methylbenzoate CAS 1369805-60-6

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.1369805-60-6
Molecular FormulaC9H9FO3
Molecular Weight184.16 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

Methyl 5-fluoro-3-hydroxy-2-methylbenzoate CAS 1369805-60-6 chemical structure

Description

Based on its molecular formula C9H9FO3, Methyl 5-fluoro-3-hydroxy-2-methylbenzoate contains a carboxylic acid group, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage, fluorine substitution, an aromatic ring system; these features give the compound characteristic absorption bands in UV spectroscopy. The molecular weight of 184.16 g/mol is directly relevant to the identification of the molecular ion in mass spectrometry. Halogen substitution (F/Cl/Br/I) produces a distinctive isotope pattern in mass spectrometry, a valuable aid for qualitative confirmation.

CATO supplies Methyl 5-fluoro-3-hydroxy-2-methylbenzoate (CAS 1369805-60-6), a certified reference material (molecular formula C9H9FO3, MW 184.16 g/mol) for analytical method development and quality control.

Recommended for analytical method development and validation; each product is supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) ensuring ISO 17034 metrological traceability.

CATO manufactures Methyl 5-fluoro-3-hydroxy-2-methylbenzoate under ISO 17034:2016 accreditation with dual CNAS and ANAB accreditation. Each batch is characterized by orthogonal methods and supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA), ensuring metrological traceability.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC9H9FO3
Molecular Weight184.16 g/mol
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow crystalline powder. (slight halide-like odor)
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, keep sealed and dry, keep tightly closed to prevent evaporation
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Hygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening; Contains ester bond; hydrolyzes under strong alkaline conditions
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)5.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1991
Halogen ContentF-containing

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