| Name | 2-fluoro-5-methylbenzoic acid |
| Synonyms | RARECHEM AL BO 1354 6-FLUORO-M-TOLUIC ACID 2-FLUORO-5-METHYLBENZOIC ACID 2-fluoro-5-methylbenzoic acid Benzoic acid, 2-fluoro-5-methyl- 6-Fluoro-m-toluic acid, 3-Carboxy-4-fluorotoluene |
| CAS | 321-12-0 |
| InChI | InChI=1/C8H7FO2/c1-5-2-3-7(9)6(4-5)8(10)11/h2-4H,1H3,(H,10,11) |
| Molecular Formula | C8H7FO2 |
| Molar Mass | 154.14 |
| Density | 1.258±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted) |
| Melting Point | 160-162 °C (lit.) |
| Boling Point | 259.2±20.0 °C(Predicted) |
| Flash Point | 110.6°C |
| Vapor Presure | 0.0067mmHg at 25°C |
| Appearance | Powder |
| Color | White to Light yellow |
| pKa | 3.34±0.10(Predicted) |
| Storage Condition | Sealed in dry,Room Temperature |
| Refractive Index | 1.532 |
| MDL | MFCD00092819 |
| Hazard Symbols | Xi - Irritant![]() |
| Risk Codes | 36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. |
| Safety Description | S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes. |
| WGK Germany | 3 |
| HS Code | 29163990 |
| Hazard Note | Irritant |
| application | 2-fluoro-5-methylbenzoic acid is an organic intermediate that can be used to prepare a gastric acid secretion inhibitor and potassium ion competitive acid blocker (P-CABs) for the treatment of gastric acid-related diseases such as peptic ulcer. |