4-Methylbenzoyl chloride
Also known as: p-Toluoyl chloride, p-Methylbenzoyl chloride, 4-Toluoyl chloride, 4-Methylbenzoic acid chloride, 4-Methylbenzenecarbonyl chloride, p-Toluic acid chloride, 4-methyl-benzoyl chloride, Benzoyl chloride, 4-methyl-
4-Methylbenzoyl chloride (CAS 874-60-2) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7ClO and a molecular weight of 154.594 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of −4-−2 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 226.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 82.2±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 874-60-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-11360-0
- Molecular Formula
- C8H7ClO
- Molecular Weight
- 154.594 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | −4-−2 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 226.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 82.2±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 154.018539 |
| PSA | 17.07000 |
| LogP | 2.67 |
| Additional Property | 5.33 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.538 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916399090 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 4-Methylbenzoyl chloride?
The CAS number of 4-Methylbenzoyl chloride is 874-60-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methylbenzoyl chloride?
4-Methylbenzoyl chloride has molecular formula C8H7ClO and molecular weight 154.594 g/mol.
Is 4-Methylbenzoyl chloride hazardous?
4-Methylbenzoyl chloride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Methylbenzoyl chloride?
For 4-Methylbenzoyl chloride, Upstream Products: 4-Methylbenzoic acid, 4-Iodotoluene, Pyridine; Downstream Products: 4-Methylsalicylic acid, Methyl 4-(chloromethyl)benzoate, 5-(4-Methylphenyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole-2-thiol.
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