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Methyl 4-chloro-2-nitrobenzoate

Also known as: Benzoic acid, 4-chloro-2-nitro-, methyl ester, 4-Chloro-2-nitrobenzoic acid methyl ester, 2-Nitro-4-chlorobenzoic acid methyl ester, Methyl 2-nitro-4-chlorobenzoate, 4-Chloro-2-nitrobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester, EINECS 255-654-1, MFCD00007213, NSC 17028

Methyl 4-chloro-2-nitrobenzoate (CAS 42087-80-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H6ClNO4 and a molecular weight of 215.59100 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 43-45 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 285.6ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.426g/cm3 and a flash point of >110.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.

CAS No.
42087-80-9
Jingsj CID
J-1100739-9
Molecular Formula
C8H6ClNO4
Molecular Weight
215.59100 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
11/3/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point43-45 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point285.6ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.426g/cm3
Flash Point>110.0 °C
Exact Mass214.99900
PSA72.12000
LogP2.55800
Refractive Index1.568

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2916399090
Summary2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 4-chloro-2-nitrobenzoate?

The CAS number of Methyl 4-chloro-2-nitrobenzoate is 42087-80-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 4-chloro-2-nitrobenzoate?

Methyl 4-chloro-2-nitrobenzoate has molecular formula C8H6ClNO4 and molecular weight 215.59100 g/mol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl 4-chloro-2-nitrobenzoate (CAS 42087-80-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1100739-9 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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