2-Fluoro-4-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester CAS 74733-29-2

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.74733-29-2
Molecular FormulaC9H9FO2
Molecular Weight168.16 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

2-Fluoro-4-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester CAS 74733-29-2 chemical structure

Description

2-Fluoro-4-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester (CAS 74733-29-2) reference standard, produced by CATO (ISO 17034 / CNAS / ANAB accredited). Molecular formula: C9H9FO2. Molecular weight: 168.16 g/mol. Trusted by 10,000+ laboratories worldwide for pharmaceutical analysis and QC.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC9H9FO2
Molecular Weight168.16 g/mol
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow crystalline powder. (slight halide-like odor)
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, keep tightly closed to prevent evaporation
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, acetonitrile, DMSO, water (slightly soluble)
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; 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.)1978
Halogen ContentF-containing

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