2-chloro-5-fluorobenzyl alcohol

Also known as: Benzenemethanol, 2-chloro-5-fluoro-, (2-chloro-5-fluorophenyl)methanol, 2-chloro-5-fluorobenzenemethanol, MFCD01631418

2-chloro-5-fluorobenzyl alcohol (CAS 261762-59-8) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H6ClFO and a molecular weight of 160.57300 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 68-72ºC, a boiling point of 229.6ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.344g/cm3 and a flash point of 92.7ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 261762-59-8
Jingsj CID: J-17220-3
Molecular Formula: C₇H₆ClFO
Molecular Weight: 160.57300 g/mol
Category: Alcohols
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	68-72ºC
Boiling Point	229.6ºC at 760mmHg
Density	1.344g/cm3
Flash Point	92.7ºC
Exact Mass	160.00900
PSA	20.23000
LogP	1.97140
Vapor Pressure	0.0387mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.542

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2906299090
Summary	2906299090 other aromatic alcohols。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-chloro-5-fluorobenzyl alcohol?

The CAS number of 2-chloro-5-fluorobenzyl alcohol is 261762-59-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-chloro-5-fluorobenzyl alcohol?

2-chloro-5-fluorobenzyl alcohol has molecular formula C7H6ClFO and molecular weight 160.57300 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-chloro-5-fluorobenzyl alcohol?

For 2-chloro-5-fluorobenzyl alcohol, Upstream Products: 2-Chloro-5-fluorobenzoic acid, Methyl 2-chloro-5-fluorobenzoate; Downstream Products: 2-Chloro-5-fluorobenzyl bromide, 2-Chloro-5-fluorobenzaldehyde.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "2-chloro-5-fluorobenzyl alcohol (CAS 261762-59-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-17220-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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