Methyl 2-chlorobenzoate
Also known as: Methyl o-chlorobenzoate, 2-Chlorobenzoic acid methyl ester, O-CHLOROBENZOIC ACID METHYL ESTER, Benzoic acid, 2-chloro-, methyl ester, Benzoic acid, o-chloro-, methyl ester, Methyl 2-chlorobenzoate, Methyl ortho-chlorobenzoate, 2-Chloro-benzoic acid methyl ester, RARECHEM AL BF 0018, MFCD00016337
Methyl 2-chlorobenzoate (CAS 610-96-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7ClO2 and a molecular weight of 170.593 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 233-235 °C, a boiling point of 225.4±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 101.7±15.3 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 610-96-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-1524786-6
- Molecular Formula
- C8H7ClO2
- Molecular Weight
- 170.593 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 233-235 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 225.4±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 101.7±15.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 170.013458 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 2.48 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.529 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl 2-chlorobenzoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 2-chlorobenzoate is 610-96-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-chlorobenzoate?
Methyl 2-chlorobenzoate has molecular formula C8H7ClO2 and molecular weight 170.593 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 2-chlorobenzoate?
For Methyl 2-chlorobenzoate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 2-Chlorobenzaldehyde; Downstream Products: 2-Methoxycarbonylphenylboronic acid, 3',4'-dimethoxyflavone, Methyl 2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoate.
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