2-(Chloromethyl)naphthalene
Also known as: 2-Naphthylmethyl chloride, 2-Naphtylmethyl chloride, 2-Naphtyl(chloro)methane, beta-Chloromethylnaphthalene, β-Naphthylmethyl chloride, Naphthalene, 2-(chloromethyl)-, AKOS BBS-00004050, MFCD00046488, NSC 408896, EINECS 219-713-5
2-(Chloromethyl)naphthalene (CAS 2506-41-4) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H9Cl and a molecular weight of 176.642 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 45°C, a boiling point of 298.0±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 129.9±11.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2506-41-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-1993369-8
- Molecular Formula
- C11H9Cl
- Molecular Weight
- 176.642 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 45°C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 298.0±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 129.9±11.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 176.039276 |
| LogP | 3.72 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.631 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-(Chloromethyl)naphthalene?
The CAS number of 2-(Chloromethyl)naphthalene is 2506-41-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(Chloromethyl)naphthalene?
2-(Chloromethyl)naphthalene has molecular formula C11H9Cl and molecular weight 176.642 g/mol.
Is 2-(Chloromethyl)naphthalene hazardous?
2-(Chloromethyl)naphthalene has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(Chloromethyl)naphthalene?
For 2-(Chloromethyl)naphthalene, Upstream Products: 2-Naphthalenemethanol, 2-Naphthaldehyde, 2-Methylnaphthalene; Downstream Products: 2-Naphthalenemethanethiol, Benzo[k]tetraphene, Benzo[m]tetraphene.
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