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2-Chloro-N-phenylacetamide

Also known as: 2-Chloroacetanilide, N-Phenyl-2-chloroacetamide, N-Chloroacetylaniline, N-Phenylchloroacetamide, Diclofenac Impurity T, alpha-Chloroacetanilide, Chloroacetanilide, Acetaminophen Impurity 10, Acetamide, 2-chloro-N-phenyl-, Acetanilide, 2-chloro-, MFCD00018887, EINECS 209-604-0

2-Chloro-N-phenylacetamide (CAS 587-65-5) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8ClNO and a molecular weight of 169.60800 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 136-139 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 340ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.266 g/cm3 and a flash point of 159.5ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
587-65-5
Jingsj CID
J-1409542-2
Molecular Formula
C8H8ClNO
Molecular Weight
169.60800 g/mol
Category
Organic Bases
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point136-139 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point340ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.266 g/cm3
Flash Point159.5ºC
Exact Mass169.02900
PSA29.10000
LogP1.93690

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Chloro-N-phenylacetamide?

The CAS number of 2-Chloro-N-phenylacetamide is 587-65-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Chloro-N-phenylacetamide?

2-Chloro-N-phenylacetamide has molecular formula C8H8ClNO and molecular weight 169.60800 g/mol.

Is 2-Chloro-N-phenylacetamide hazardous?

2-Chloro-N-phenylacetamide has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Chloro-N-phenylacetamide?

For 2-Chloro-N-phenylacetamide, Upstream Products: Chloroacetyl chloride, Chloroacetic acid, N-Trimethylsilylaniline; Downstream Products: 1,3-Dihydro-2H-indole-2-thione, 2-(Methylamino)-N-phenylacetamide hydrochloride, Indoline.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Chloro-N-phenylacetamide (CAS 587-65-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1409542-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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