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Methyl (3-chlorophenyl)acetate

Also known as: Methyl 2-(3-chlorophenyl)acetate, Methyl 3-chlorophenylacetate, 3-Chlorophenylacetic acid methyl ester, Benzeneacetic acid, 3-chloro-, methyl ester, Methyl m-chlorophenylacetate

Methyl (3-chlorophenyl)acetate (CAS 53088-68-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H9ClO2 and a molecular weight of 184.620 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 240.3±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 108.8±15.8 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
53088-68-9
Jingsj CID
J-28995-2
Molecular Formula
C9H9ClO2
Molecular Weight
184.620 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point240.3±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point108.8±15.8 °C
Exact Mass184.029114
PSA26.30000
LogP2.56
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.523

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2916399090
Summary2916399090 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 Methyl (3-chlorophenyl)acetate?

The CAS number of Methyl (3-chlorophenyl)acetate is 53088-68-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl (3-chlorophenyl)acetate?

Methyl (3-chlorophenyl)acetate has molecular formula C9H9ClO2 and molecular weight 184.620 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl (3-chlorophenyl)acetate?

For Methyl (3-chlorophenyl)acetate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 3-Chlorophenylacetic acid, 3'-Chloroacetophenone; Downstream Products: methyl 2-(3-bromo-4-nitrophenyl)acetate, 2-(5-chloro-2-nitrophenyl)acetic acid, 3-Chlorophenylacetic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl (3-chlorophenyl)acetate (CAS 53088-68-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-28995-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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