5-Chloro-2-methylbenzoic acid
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. 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. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 7499-06-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-1413034-8
- Molecular Formula
- C8H7ClO2
- Molecular Weight
- 170.593 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 168ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 293.5±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 131.3±21.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 170.013458 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 3.36 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.573 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 5-Chloro-2-methylbenzoic acid?
The CAS number of 5-Chloro-2-methylbenzoic acid is 7499-06-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Chloro-2-methylbenzoic acid?
5-Chloro-2-methylbenzoic acid has molecular formula C8H7ClO2 and molecular weight 170.593 g/mol.
Is 5-Chloro-2-methylbenzoic acid hazardous?
5-Chloro-2-methylbenzoic acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H318 — Causes serious eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-Chloro-2-methylbenzoic acid?
For 5-Chloro-2-methylbenzoic acid, Upstream Products: o-Toluic acid, Carbon dioxide, 2,4-Dichlorotoluene; Downstream Products: Methyl 3-amino-5-chloro-2-methylbenzoate, 4-Chlorophthalic acid, Methyl 5-chloro-2-methylbenzoate.
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