2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl chloride
Also known as: 1-(Chloromethyl)-2-methyl-3-nitrobenzene, 2-(Chloromethyl)-6-nitrotoluene, 1-Chloromethyl-2-methyl-3-nitrobenzene, a-Chloro-2-methyl-3-nitrotoluene, alpha-Chloro-2-methyl-3-nitrotoluene, a1-Chloro-3-nitro-o-xylene, Benzene, 1-(chloromethyl)-2-methyl-3-nitro-
2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl chloride (CAS 60468-54-4) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8ClNO2 and a molecular weight of 185.608 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 43-46 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 299.7±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 135.1±23.2 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 60468-54-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-10291-0
- Molecular Formula
- C8H8ClNO2
- Molecular Weight
- 185.608 g/mol
- Category
- Organohalogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 43-46 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 299.7±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 135.1±23.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 185.024353 |
| PSA | 45.82000 |
| LogP | 2.68 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.566 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2904909090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS:2904909090 sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of hydrocarbons, whether or not halogenated VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl chloride?
The CAS number of 2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl chloride is 60468-54-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl chloride?
2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl chloride has molecular formula C8H8ClNO2 and molecular weight 185.608 g/mol.
Is 2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl chloride hazardous?
2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl chloride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl chloride?
For 2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl chloride, Upstream Products: 2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl alcohol, 2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid, 2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoyl chloride; Downstream Products: Ropinirole, N,N-Dipropyl-2-methyl-3-nitrophenylethanamine, 2-[2-(Dipropylamino)ethyl]-6-nitrophenylacetic acid hydrochloride.
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