1-(Chloromethyl)-2-methylnaphthalene

Also known as: 1-chloromethyl-2-methylnaphthalene, 2-methyl-1-chloromethylnaphthalene, NSC 59830, 1-(Chloromethyl)-2-methylnaphthalene

1-(Chloromethyl)-2-methylnaphthalene (CAS 6626-23-9) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H11Cl and a molecular weight of 190.66900 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 59-62 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 317ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.138 g/cm3 and a flash point of 140.3ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 6626-23-9
Jingsj CID: J-15542-0
Molecular Formula: C₁₂H₁₁Cl
Molecular Weight: 190.66900 g/mol
Category: Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	59-62 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point	317ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.138 g/cm3
Flash Point	140.3ºC
Exact Mass	190.05500
LogP	3.88700
Refractive Index	1.644

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / IrritantSignal word: Danger

H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2903999090
Summary	2903999090 halogenated derivatives of aromatic hydrocarbons 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 1-(Chloromethyl)-2-methylnaphthalene?

The CAS number of 1-(Chloromethyl)-2-methylnaphthalene is 6626-23-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-(Chloromethyl)-2-methylnaphthalene?

1-(Chloromethyl)-2-methylnaphthalene has molecular formula C12H11Cl and molecular weight 190.66900 g/mol.

Is 1-(Chloromethyl)-2-methylnaphthalene hazardous?

1-(Chloromethyl)-2-methylnaphthalene has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1-(Chloromethyl)-2-methylnaphthalene?

For 1-(Chloromethyl)-2-methylnaphthalene, Upstream Products: 2-Methylnaphthalene, Formaldehyde, Phosphoric acid; Downstream Products: 2-Methyl-1-naphthaldehyde, 1,2-Dimethylnaphthalene.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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