3-Methylbenzyl bromide
Also known as: 1-(bromomethyl)-3-methylbenzene, m-Xylyl bromide, alpha-Bromo-m-xylene, m-Methylbenzyl bromide, α-Bromo-m-xylene
3-Methylbenzyl bromide (CAS 620-13-3) 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. Key properties include a melting point of 18ºC, a boiling point of 211.5±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±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 H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 620-13-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-1367581-5
- Molecular Formula
- C8H9Br
- Molecular Weight
- 185.061 g/mol
- Category
- Organohalogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 18ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 211.5±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 82.2±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 183.988754 |
| LogP | 3.38 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.3±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.560 |
| Additional Property | practically insoluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
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 3-Methylbenzyl bromide?
The CAS number of 3-Methylbenzyl bromide is 620-13-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methylbenzyl bromide?
3-Methylbenzyl bromide has molecular formula C8H9Br and molecular weight 185.061 g/mol.
Is 3-Methylbenzyl bromide hazardous?
3-Methylbenzyl bromide has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.
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