4-methyl-3-nitrobenzyl chloride
Also known as: 3-nitro-4-methylbenzyl chloride, 4-(chloromethyl)-1-methyl-2-nitrobenzene, 4-(chloromethyl)-2-nitrotoluene, 4-Chlormethyl-1-methyl-2-nitro-benzol, Benzene, 4-(chloromethyl)-1-methyl-2-nitro- (9CI)
4-methyl-3-nitrobenzyl chloride (CAS 84540-59-0) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8ClNO2 and a molecular weight of 185.60800 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 46ºC, a boiling point of 87ºC, a density of 1.37 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) and a flash point of >110.0 °C. 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 Nov 3, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 84540-59-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-20267-5
- Molecular Formula
- C8H8ClNO2
- Molecular Weight
- 185.60800 g/mol
- Category
- Organohalogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 11/3/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 46ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 87ºC |
| Density | 1.37 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) |
| Flash Point | >110.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 185.02400 |
| PSA | 45.82000 |
| LogP | 3.16520 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.581(lit.) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2904909090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS:2904909090 sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of hydrocarbons, whether or not halogenated 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 4-methyl-3-nitrobenzyl chloride?
The CAS number of 4-methyl-3-nitrobenzyl chloride is 84540-59-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-methyl-3-nitrobenzyl chloride?
4-methyl-3-nitrobenzyl chloride has molecular formula C8H8ClNO2 and molecular weight 185.60800 g/mol.
Is 4-methyl-3-nitrobenzyl chloride hazardous?
4-methyl-3-nitrobenzyl chloride 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 4-methyl-3-nitrobenzyl chloride?
For 4-methyl-3-nitrobenzyl chloride, Upstream Products: 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl alcohol, p-Tolualdehyde, Benzene,1-methyl-4-[(4-methylphenyl)methyl]-; Downstream Products: 2,5-Dimethylaniline, 2-Nitroterephthalic acid.
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