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

2-(氯甲基)-1-甲基-4-硝基苯

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. It is also known as 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzyl chloride, 2-(Chloromethyl)-4-nitrotoluene and 2-Methyl-5-nitro-benzylchlorid. 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-1029238-5
Molecular Formula
C8H8ClNO2
Chinese Name
2-(氯甲基)-1-甲基-4-硝基苯
Molecular Weight
185.60800 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point320.7ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.277g/cm3
Flash Point147.8ºC

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.

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