2-(2-Methylphenoxymethyl)benzyl chloride

2-(2-甲基苯氧甲基)苄基氯

Also known as: 1-(Chloromethyl)-2-[(2-methylphenoxy)methyl]benzene, 1-(Chloromethyl)-2-((o-tolyloxy)methyl)benzene, 2-(Chloromethyl)benzyl 2-methylphenyl ether, Benzene, 1-(chloromethyl)-2-[(2-methylphenoxy)methyl]-

2-(2-Methylphenoxymethyl)benzyl chloride (CAS 156489-68-8) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H15ClO and a molecular weight of 246.732 g/mol. It is also known as 1-(Chloromethyl)-2-[(2-methylphenoxy)methyl]benzene, 1-(Chloromethyl)-2-((o-tolyloxy)methyl)benzene and 2-(Chloromethyl)benzyl 2-methylphenyl ether. Key properties include a boiling point of 358.4±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 170.0±17.8 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
156489-68-8
Jingsj CID
J-1326714-4
Molecular Formula
C15H15ClO
Chinese Name
2-(2-甲基苯氧甲基)苄基氯
Molecular Weight
246.732 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point358.4±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point170.0±17.8 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-(2-Methylphenoxymethyl)benzyl chloride?

The CAS number of 2-(2-Methylphenoxymethyl)benzyl chloride is 156489-68-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(2-Methylphenoxymethyl)benzyl chloride?

2-(2-Methylphenoxymethyl)benzyl chloride has molecular formula C15H15ClO and molecular weight 246.732 g/mol.

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