5-Chloro-2-methylbenzoic acid

5-氯-2-甲基苯甲酸

Also known as: 5-Chloro-o-toluic acid, 2-methyl-5-chlorobenzoic acid, 3-chloro-6-methylbenzoic acid, MFCD00045842, RARECHEM AL BO 0471, o-Toluic acid, 5-chloro-

5-Chloro-2-methylbenzoic acid (CAS 7499-06-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7ClO2 and a molecular weight of 170.593 g/mol. It is also known as 5-Chloro-o-toluic acid, 2-methyl-5-chlorobenzoic acid and 3-chloro-6-methylbenzoic acid. Key properties include a melting point of 168ºC, a boiling point of 293.5±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 131.3±21.8 °C. GHS signal word: Danger. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.

7499-06-1

Jingsj CID

J-1413034-6

Molecular Formula

C₈H₇ClO₂

Chinese Name

5-氯-2-甲基苯甲酸

Molecular Weight

170.593 g/mol

Category

Organic Acids

Last updated

8/21/2026