5-(Chloromethyl)-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde

5-(氯甲基)-2-羟基苯甲醛

Also known as: 5-(Chloromethyl)salicylaldehyde, 3-Formyl-4-hydroxybenzyl chloride, 2-HYDROXY-5-CHLOROMETHYLBENZALDEHYDE, 2-hydroxy-5-chloromethylbenzaldehyde, 3-Formyl-4-hydroxy benzyl chloride, 5-(chloromethyl)-2-hydroxy-benzaldehyde, 5-Chloromethylsalicylaldehyde, AKOS BBS-00006713, Benzaldehyde, 5-(chloromethyl)-2-hydroxy-, Coumarin impurity 1, 2,5-Cresotaldehyde, alpha-chloro-

5-(Chloromethyl)-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde (CAS 23731-06-8) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7ClO2 and a molecular weight of 170.59300 g/mol. It is also known as 5-(Chloromethyl)salicylaldehyde, 3-Formyl-4-hydroxybenzyl chloride and 2-HYDROXY-5-CHLOROMETHYLBENZALDEHYDE. Key properties include a melting point of 84-85 °C(Solv: ligroine (8032-32-4)), a boiling point of 281.4ºC at 760 mmHg and a density of 1.34 g/cm3. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
23731-06-8
Jingsj CID
J-1505740-2
Molecular Formula
C8H7ClO2
Chinese Name
5-(氯甲基)-2-羟基苯甲醛
Molecular Weight
170.59300 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point84-85 °C(Solv: ligroine (8032-32-4))
Boiling Point281.4ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.34 g/cm3

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 5-(Chloromethyl)-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde?

The CAS number of 5-(Chloromethyl)-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde is 23731-06-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-(Chloromethyl)-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde?

5-(Chloromethyl)-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde has molecular formula C8H7ClO2 and molecular weight 170.59300 g/mol.

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