5-(Chloromethyl)-3-methyl-1,2-oxazole

5-(氯甲基)-3-甲基异噁唑

Also known as: 5-(Chloromethyl)-3-methylisoxazole, 5-(chloromethyl)-3-methyl-1,2-oxazole, Isoxazole, 5-(chloromethyl)-3-methyl-, 5-(chloromethyl)-3-methylisoxazole(SALTDATA: FREE)

5-(Chloromethyl)-3-methyl-1,2-oxazole (CAS 40340-41-8) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H6ClNO and a molecular weight of 131.560 g/mol. It is also known as 5-(Chloromethyl)-3-methylisoxazole, 5-(chloromethyl)-3-methyl-1,2-oxazole and Isoxazole, 5-(chloromethyl)-3-methyl-. Key properties include a boiling point of 211.6±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 81.8±23.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
40340-41-8
Jingsj CID
J-1518987-9
Molecular Formula
C5H6ClNO
Chinese Name
5-(氯甲基)-3-甲基异噁唑
Molecular Weight
131.560 g/mol
Category
Organohalogen Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point211.6±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point81.8±23.2 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 5-(Chloromethyl)-3-methyl-1,2-oxazole?

The CAS number of 5-(Chloromethyl)-3-methyl-1,2-oxazole is 40340-41-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-(Chloromethyl)-3-methyl-1,2-oxazole?

5-(Chloromethyl)-3-methyl-1,2-oxazole has molecular formula C5H6ClNO and molecular weight 131.560 g/mol.

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