2-(Chloromethyl)biphenyl

Also known as: 2-Phenylbenzyl chloride, 1,1'-Biphenyl, 2-(chloromethyl)-, 1-(chloromethyl)-2-phenylbenzene, 2-(Chloromethyl)-1,1'-biphenyl, 2-(chloromethyl)-1,1'-biphenyl

2-(Chloromethyl)biphenyl (CAS 38580-83-5) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C13H11Cl and a molecular weight of 202.679 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 334.0±21.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 149.5±14.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 38580-83-5
Jingsj CID: J-1188655-8
Molecular Formula: C₁₃H₁₁Cl
Molecular Weight: 202.679 g/mol
Category: Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	334.0±21.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	149.5±14.7 °C
Exact Mass	202.054932
LogP	4.24
Vapor Pressure	0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.579

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2903999090
Summary	2903999090 halogenated derivatives of aromatic hydrocarbons 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)biphenyl?

The CAS number of 2-(Chloromethyl)biphenyl is 38580-83-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(Chloromethyl)biphenyl?

2-(Chloromethyl)biphenyl has molecular formula C13H11Cl and molecular weight 202.679 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(Chloromethyl)biphenyl?

For 2-(Chloromethyl)biphenyl, Upstream Products: 2-Iodobenzyl chloride, Phenylboronic acid, [1,1'-Biphenyl]-2-methanol; Downstream Products: 9H FLUORENE, 2-Methyl-9H-fluorene, 2-Acetylfluorene.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "2-(Chloromethyl)biphenyl (CAS 38580-83-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1188655-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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