4-(chloromethyl)-2-methyl-1-nitrobenzene

Also known as: 3-Methyl-4-nitrobenzyl chloride, alpha-Chloro-3-methyl-4-nitrotoluene, α-Chloro-3-methyl-4-nitrotoluene, 1-Chloromethyl-3-methyl-4-nitrobenzene, 3-Methyl-4-nitro-benzylchlorid, 4-chloromethyl-2-methyl-1-nitrobenzene, Benzene, 4-(chloromethyl)-2-methyl-1-nitro-, EINECS 242-392-8

4-(chloromethyl)-2-methyl-1-nitrobenzene (CAS 18515-14-5) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8ClNO2 and a molecular weight of 185.60800 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 299.1ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.277g/cm3 and a flash point of 134.7ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 18515-14-5
Jingsj CID: J-1523513-9
Molecular Formula: C₈H₈ClNO₂
Molecular Weight: 185.60800 g/mol
Category: Organohalogen Compounds
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	299.1ºC at 760mmHg
Density	1.277g/cm3
Flash Point	134.7ºC
Exact Mass	185.02400
PSA	45.82000
LogP	3.16520
Vapor Pressure	0.00216mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.566

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2904909090
Summary	HS:2904909090 sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of hydrocarbons, whether or not halogenated VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-(chloromethyl)-2-methyl-1-nitrobenzene?

The CAS number of 4-(chloromethyl)-2-methyl-1-nitrobenzene is 18515-14-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-(chloromethyl)-2-methyl-1-nitrobenzene?

4-(chloromethyl)-2-methyl-1-nitrobenzene has molecular formula C8H8ClNO2 and molecular weight 185.60800 g/mol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "4-(chloromethyl)-2-methyl-1-nitrobenzene (CAS 18515-14-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1523513-9 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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