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2-Chlorobenzyl chloroformate

Also known as: 2-Chlorobenzyl carbonochloridate, Carbonochloridic acid, (2-chlorophenyl)methyl ester, 2-Cl-Z-Cl, (2-chlorophenyl)methyl carbonochloridate

2-Chlorobenzyl chloroformate (CAS 39545-31-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H6Cl2O2 and a molecular weight of 205.03800 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 50ºC (100 torr), a density of 1.339 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) and a flash point of >110.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H311 — Toxic in contact with skin and H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.

CAS No.
39545-31-8
Jingsj CID
J-33429-2
Molecular Formula
C8H6Cl2O2
Molecular Weight
205.03800 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
11/3/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point50ºC (100 torr)
Density1.339 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.)
Flash Point>110.0 °C
Exact Mass203.97400
PSA26.30000
LogP3.21540
Vapor Pressure1.36 psi ( 20 °C)
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.536(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed
  • H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
  • H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
  • H331 — Toxic if inhaled

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2915900090
Summary2915900090 other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Chlorobenzyl chloroformate?

The CAS number of 2-Chlorobenzyl chloroformate is 39545-31-8.

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

2-Chlorobenzyl chloroformate has molecular formula C8H6Cl2O2 and molecular weight 205.03800 g/mol.

Is 2-Chlorobenzyl chloroformate hazardous?

2-Chlorobenzyl chloroformate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

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

For 2-Chlorobenzyl chloroformate, Upstream Products: 2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Chlorobenzyl chloroformate (CAS 39545-31-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-33429-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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