4-(Chloromethyl)phenyl acetate
Also known as: 4-acetoxybenzyl chloride, acetic acid 4-chloromethylphenyl ester, p-acetoxybenzyl chloride, para-acetoxy-benzyl chloride, Phenol, 4-(chloromethyl)-, acetate, MFCD00209564
4-(Chloromethyl)phenyl acetate (CAS 39720-27-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H9ClO2 and a molecular weight of 184.62000 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 31.5℃, a boiling point of 270.7ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.192g/cm3 and a flash point of 130.9ºC. 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.
- 39720-27-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-15496-1
- Molecular Formula
- C9H9ClO2
- Molecular Weight
- 184.62000 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 31.5℃ |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 270.7ºC at 760mmHg |
| Density | 1.192g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 130.9ºC |
| Exact Mass | 184.02900 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 2.35070 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.53(lit.) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 4-(Chloromethyl)phenyl acetate?
The CAS number of 4-(Chloromethyl)phenyl acetate is 39720-27-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-(Chloromethyl)phenyl acetate?
4-(Chloromethyl)phenyl acetate has molecular formula C9H9ClO2 and molecular weight 184.62000 g/mol.
Is 4-(Chloromethyl)phenyl acetate hazardous?
4-(Chloromethyl)phenyl acetate 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 4-(Chloromethyl)phenyl acetate?
For 4-(Chloromethyl)phenyl acetate, Upstream Products: 4-Acetoxybenzaldehyde, p-Cresol, 4-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol; Downstream Products: 4-Hydroxybenzyl chloride, 4-(Methoxymethyl)phenol, 4-Benzylphenol.
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