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2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol

Also known as: o-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, (2-Chlorophenyl)methanol, 2-Chloro-benzenemethanol, 2-Chlorobenzenemethanol, 2-Cl-benzyl alcohol, 2-Cl-Ph-CH2OH, 2-ClC6H4CH2OH, Benzenemethanol, 2-chloro-, Benzyl alcohol, o-chloro-, o-Cl-PhCH2OH, o-chlorobenzylalcohol

2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol (CAS 17849-38-6) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H7ClO and a molecular weight of 142.583 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 69-71 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 230.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 95.4±20.4 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
17849-38-6
Jingsj CID
J-30594-2
Molecular Formula
C7H7ClO
Molecular Weight
142.583 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point69-71 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point230.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point95.4±20.4 °C
Exact Mass142.018539
PSA20.23000
LogP1.63
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.566

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2906299090
Summary2906299090 other aromatic alcohols。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol?

The CAS number of 2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol is 17849-38-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol?

2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol has molecular formula C7H7ClO and molecular weight 142.583 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol?

For 2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, Upstream Products: Methyl 2-chlorobenzoate, 2-Chlorobenzaldehyde, 2-Chlorobenzoyl chloride; Downstream Products: 2-Chlorobenzyl chloroformate, 2-Chlorobenzoylacetonitrile, 2-(2-Chlorophenyl)benzimidazole.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol (CAS 17849-38-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-30594-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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