Methyl (4-chloro-2-methylphenoxy)acetate

4-氯-2-甲基苯氧基乙酸甲酯

Also known as: MCPA methyl ester, MCPA-methyl, Methyl 4-chloro-2-methylphenoxyacetate, methyl 2-(4-chloro-2-methylphenoxy)acetate, methyl 4-chloro-o-tolyloxyacetate, ACETIC ACID, ((4-CHLORO-o-TOLYL)OXY)-, METHYL ESTER, EINECS 219-430-7, MFCD00055259

Methyl (4-chloro-2-methylphenoxy)acetate (CAS 2436-73-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H11ClO3 and a molecular weight of 214.645 g/mol. It is also known as MCPA methyl ester, MCPA-methyl and Methyl 4-chloro-2-methylphenoxyacetate. Key properties include a melting point of 18 °C, a boiling point of 284.0±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 115.1±22.2 °C. GHS signal word: Warning. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
2436-73-9
Jingsj CID
J-30748-2
Molecular Formula
C10H11ClO3
Chinese Name
4-氯-2-甲基苯氧基乙酸甲酯
Molecular Weight
214.645 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point18 °C
Boiling Point284.0±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point115.1±22.2 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

Irritant / Environmental HazardSignal word: Warning

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl (4-chloro-2-methylphenoxy)acetate?

The CAS number of Methyl (4-chloro-2-methylphenoxy)acetate is 2436-73-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl (4-chloro-2-methylphenoxy)acetate?

Methyl (4-chloro-2-methylphenoxy)acetate has molecular formula C10H11ClO3 and molecular weight 214.645 g/mol.

Is Methyl (4-chloro-2-methylphenoxy)acetate hazardous?

Methyl (4-chloro-2-methylphenoxy)acetate has GHS signal word Warning.

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