2-Chlorobenzoyl chloride
Also known as: o-Chlorobenzoyl chloride, 2-chlorobenzoic chloride, Benzoyl chloride, 2-chloro-, o-Chlorobenzoylchlorid, 2-chloro-benzoic acid chloride, MFCD00000660, EINECS 210-194-0
2-Chlorobenzoyl chloride (CAS 609-65-4) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H4Cl2O and a molecular weight of 175.012 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -4 °C, a boiling point of 238.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 91.2±20.2 °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.
- 609-65-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-30595-3
- Molecular Formula
- C7H4Cl2O
- Molecular Weight
- 175.012 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -4 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 238.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 91.2±20.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 173.963913 |
| PSA | 17.07000 |
| LogP | 2.38 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.561 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916399090 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 2-Chlorobenzoyl chloride?
The CAS number of 2-Chlorobenzoyl chloride is 609-65-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Chlorobenzoyl chloride?
2-Chlorobenzoyl chloride has molecular formula C7H4Cl2O and molecular weight 175.012 g/mol.
Is 2-Chlorobenzoyl chloride hazardous?
2-Chlorobenzoyl chloride 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-Chlorobenzoyl chloride?
For 2-Chlorobenzoyl chloride, Upstream Products: 2-Chlorobenzoic acid, Oxalyl chloride, 1-Chloro-2-iodobenzene; Downstream Products: 3-(Chloromethyl)-5-(2-chlorophenyl)-1,2,4-oxadiazole, 2-Chloro-N-(4-hydroxyphenyl)benzamide, 2-Bromo-2'-chloroacetophenone.
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