2-Methyl Biphenyl

Also known as: 1-Methyl-2-phenylbenzene, EINECS 211-400-1, MFCD00008517

2-Methyl Biphenyl (CAS 643-58-3) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C13H12 and a molecular weight of 168.23400 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 255.3ºC, a boiling point of 255.3ºC, a density of 1.011 and a flash point of 107ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 643-58-3
Jingsj CID: J-1505919-5
Molecular Formula: C₁₃H₁₂
Molecular Weight: 168.23400 g/mol
Category: Solvents
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	255.3ºC
Boiling Point	255.3ºC
Density	1.011
Flash Point	107ºC
Exact Mass	168.09400
LogP	3.66200
Refractive Index	1.59-1.592

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2902909090
Summary	2902909090 other aromatic hydrocarbons。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:2.0%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Methyl Biphenyl?

The CAS number of 2-Methyl Biphenyl is 643-58-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methyl Biphenyl?

2-Methyl Biphenyl has molecular formula C13H12 and molecular weight 168.23400 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methyl Biphenyl?

For 2-Methyl Biphenyl, Upstream Products: 2-Iodotoluene, Phenylboronic acid, 2-Bromotoluene; Downstream Products: [1,1'-Biphenyl]-2-carboxylic acid, 9H FLUORENE, 2-phenylbenzyl bromide.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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