methyl 2-(chlorocarbonyl)benzoate
Also known as: Methyl 2-chloroformylbenzoate, o-Carbomethoxybenzoyl chloride, 2-Methoxycarbonylbenzoyl chloride, Methyl phthaloyl chloride, Phthalic acid monochloride monomethyl ester, Benzoic acid, 2-(chlorocarbonyl)-, methyl ester, methyl 2-carbonochloridoylbenzoate, methyl 2-chlorocarbonylbenzoate, 2-carbomethoxybenzoyl chloride, 2-chloroformyl benzoic acid methyl ester, methoxycarbonylbenzoyl chloride
methyl 2-(chlorocarbonyl)benzoate (CAS 4397-55-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H7ClO3 and a molecular weight of 198.60300 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 297.3ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.291g/cm3 and a flash point of 130.5ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage and H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 4397-55-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-1512806-0
- Molecular Formula
- C9H7ClO3
- Molecular Weight
- 198.60300 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 297.3ºC at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.291g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 130.5ºC |
| Exact Mass | 198.00800 |
| PSA | 43.37000 |
| LogP | 1.85220 |
| Refractive Index | 1.54 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918300090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918300090 other carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of methyl 2-(chlorocarbonyl)benzoate?
The CAS number of methyl 2-(chlorocarbonyl)benzoate is 4397-55-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of methyl 2-(chlorocarbonyl)benzoate?
methyl 2-(chlorocarbonyl)benzoate has molecular formula C9H7ClO3 and molecular weight 198.60300 g/mol.
Is methyl 2-(chlorocarbonyl)benzoate hazardous?
methyl 2-(chlorocarbonyl)benzoate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction.
What are the upstream and downstream products of methyl 2-(chlorocarbonyl)benzoate?
For methyl 2-(chlorocarbonyl)benzoate, Upstream Products: Methyl hydrogen phthalate, Phthalic anhydride, Thionyl chloride; Downstream Products: Methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate, Methyl 2-carbamoylbenzoate, Methyl 2-formylbenzoate.
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