Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Methyl 4-fluorobenzoate (CAS: 403-33-8)?
Answer
Methyl 4-fluorobenzoate is widely utilized in pharmaceutical research as a building block for drug development. It also finds applications in the synthesis of agrochemicals, dyes, and specialty chemicals. Additionally, it serves as an intermediate in organic chemistry and is used in some food industry processes for flavoring or fragrance applications.
About
CAS No
403-33-8
English Name
Methyl 4-fluorobenzoate
Molecular Formula
C8H7FO2
Molecular Weight
154.14 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)C1=CC=C(C=C1)F
InChIKey
MSEBQGULDWDIRW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-28 11:52
