2-methylbenzoxazole
Also known as: 2-methyl-1,3-benzoxazole, 2-methyl-4,5-benzo-oxazole, 2-methylbenzoxazol, 2-methyl-benzooxazole, tabaxol, usaf ek-982
2-methylbenzoxazole (CAS 95-21-6) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7NO and a molecular weight of 133.14700 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 5-10 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 178 °C(lit.), a density of 1.121 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 75.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 95-21-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-1991108-1
- Molecular Formula
- C8H7NO
- Molecular Weight
- 133.14700 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 11/2/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 5-10 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 178 °C(lit.) |
| Density | 1.121 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 75.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 133.05300 |
| PSA | 26.03000 |
| LogP | 2.13620 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.548(lit.) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2934999090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2934999090. other heterocyclic compounds. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-methylbenzoxazole?
The CAS number of 2-methylbenzoxazole is 95-21-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-methylbenzoxazole?
2-methylbenzoxazole has molecular formula C8H7NO and molecular weight 133.14700 g/mol.
Is 2-methylbenzoxazole hazardous?
2-methylbenzoxazole has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H318 — Causes serious eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-methylbenzoxazole?
For 2-methylbenzoxazole, Upstream Products: 2-Acetamidophenol, 2'-Hydroxyacetophenone, 1-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)ethan-1-one oxime; Downstream Products: 2-Methyl-6-nitrobenzoxazole, 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzo[d]oxazole, 2-(2-Benzoxazolyl)malondialdehyde.
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