2-(Chloromethyl)-1-methyl-4-nitrobenzene

Also known as: 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzyl chloride, 2-(Chloromethyl)-4-nitrotoluene, 2-Methyl-5-nitro-benzylchlorid, 3-Chloromethyl-4-methylnitrobenzene, Benzene, 2-(chloromethyl)-1-methyl-4-nitro-, Benzene, 2-(chloromethyl)-1-methyl-4-nitro- (9CI)

2-(Chloromethyl)-1-methyl-4-nitrobenzene (CAS 58966-24-8) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8ClNO2 and a molecular weight of 185.60800 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 320.7ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.277g/cm3 and a flash point of 147.8ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 58966-24-8
Jingsj CID: J-1029238-3
Molecular Formula: C₈H₈ClNO₂
Molecular Weight: 185.60800 g/mol
Category: Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	320.7ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.277g/cm3
Flash Point	147.8ºC
Exact Mass	185.02400
PSA	45.82000
LogP	3.16520
Refractive Index	1.566

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-(Chloromethyl)-1-methyl-4-nitrobenzene?

The CAS number of 2-(Chloromethyl)-1-methyl-4-nitrobenzene is 58966-24-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(Chloromethyl)-1-methyl-4-nitrobenzene?

2-(Chloromethyl)-1-methyl-4-nitrobenzene has molecular formula C8H8ClNO2 and molecular weight 185.60800 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(Chloromethyl)-1-methyl-4-nitrobenzene?

For 2-(Chloromethyl)-1-methyl-4-nitrobenzene, Upstream Products: Formaldehyde, 4-Nitrotoluene, Aluminium chloride; Downstream Products: (2-Methyl-5-nitrophenyl)methanol, 3,4-Dimethylaniline, 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzaldehyde.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "2-(Chloromethyl)-1-methyl-4-nitrobenzene (CAS 58966-24-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1029238-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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