2-Methylbenzyl bromide

2-甲基苄基溴

Also known as: 1-(Bromomethyl)-2-methylbenzene, 2-Xylyl bromide, alpha-Bromo-ortho-xylene, o-Xylyl bromide, alpha-Bromo-o-xylene, o-(Bromomethyl)toluene, o-Xylene, alpha-bromo-

2-Methylbenzyl bromide (CAS 89-92-9) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H9Br and a molecular weight of 185.061 g/mol. It is also known as 1-(Bromomethyl)-2-methylbenzene, 2-Xylyl bromide and alpha-Bromo-ortho-xylene. Key properties include a melting point of 16-20 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 223.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 82.2±0.0 °C. GHS signal word: Danger. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
89-92-9
Jingsj CID
J-1328310-8
Molecular Formula
C8H9Br
Chinese Name
2-甲基苄基溴
Molecular Weight
185.061 g/mol
Category
Organohalogen Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point16-20 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point223.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point82.2±0.0 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

CorrosionSignal word: Danger

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Methylbenzyl bromide?

The CAS number of 2-Methylbenzyl bromide is 89-92-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methylbenzyl bromide?

2-Methylbenzyl bromide has molecular formula C8H9Br and molecular weight 185.061 g/mol.

Is 2-Methylbenzyl bromide hazardous?

2-Methylbenzyl bromide has GHS signal word Danger.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Methylbenzyl bromide (CAS 89-92-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1328310-8 (accessed 2026-10-22).

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