Methyl benzimidate hydrochloride
Also known as: Benzenecarboximidic acid, methyl ester, hydrochloride, Benzimidic acid methyl ester hydrochloride, Methyl benzenecarboximidoate hydrochloride, Methyl benzimidate hydrochloride [for protein modification], Benzimidic acid, methyl ester, hydrochloride
Methyl benzimidate hydrochloride (CAS 5873-90-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H10ClNO and a molecular weight of 171.62400 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 105-107ºC (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 171.1ºC at 760mmHg and a flash point of 57.3ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 5873-90-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-24757-4
- Molecular Formula
- C8H10ClNO
- Molecular Weight
- 171.62400 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 105-107ºC (dec.)(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 171.1ºC at 760mmHg |
| Flash Point | 57.3ºC |
| Exact Mass | 171.04500 |
| PSA | 33.08000 |
| LogP | 2.56010 |
| Appearance | Crystalline Powder | White |
| Additional Property | almost transparency |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl benzimidate hydrochloride?
The CAS number of Methyl benzimidate hydrochloride is 5873-90-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl benzimidate hydrochloride?
Methyl benzimidate hydrochloride has molecular formula C8H10ClNO and molecular weight 171.62400 g/mol.
Is Methyl benzimidate hydrochloride hazardous?
Methyl benzimidate hydrochloride has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl benzimidate hydrochloride?
For Methyl benzimidate hydrochloride, Upstream Products: Methanol, Benzonitrile, Phenylacetylene; Downstream Products: 2-[amino(phenyl)methylene]malononitrile, Benzamide, Trimethyl orthobenzoate.
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