2-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride
Also known as: α-Chloro-o-toluoyl chloride, o-Chloromethylbenzoyl chloride, 2-Chloromethylbenzoyl chloride, 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic acid chloride, Benzoyl chloride, 2-(chloromethyl)-, O-(CHLOROMETHYL)BENZOYL CHLORIDE, SKL1256
2-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride (CAS 42908-86-1) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H6Cl2O and a molecular weight of 189.039 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 17 °C, a boiling point of 282.8±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 113.9±22.9 °C. 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 H331 — Toxic if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 42908-86-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-1993313-2
- Molecular Formula
- C8H6Cl2O
- Molecular Weight
- 189.039 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 17 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 282.8±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 113.9±22.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 187.979568 |
| PSA | 17.07000 |
| LogP | 2.48 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.558 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H331 — Toxic if inhaled
- H351 — Suspected of causing cancer
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 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride?
The CAS number of 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride is 42908-86-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride?
2-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride has molecular formula C8H6Cl2O and molecular weight 189.039 g/mol.
Is 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride hazardous?
2-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H331 — Toxic if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride?
For 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride, Upstream Products: Phthalide, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)benzoic acid, o-Toluoyl chloride; Downstream Products: 2,3-Dihydro-2-phenyl-1H-isoindol-1-one, Methyl 2-(chloromethyl)benzoate, Phthalide.
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