2-Nitrobenzyl chloride

2-硝基苄氯

Also known as: 1-(Chloromethyl)-2-nitrobenzene, o-Nitrobenzyl chloride, α-Chloro-2-nitrotoluene, alpha-Chloro-2-nitrotoluene, Benzene, 1-(chloromethyl)-2-nitro-, NSC 66500, 2-(Chloromethyl)nitrobenzene, 1-Nitro-2-(chloromethyl)benzene

2-Nitrobenzyl chloride (CAS 612-23-7) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H6ClNO2 and a molecular weight of 171.581 g/mol. It is also known as 1-(Chloromethyl)-2-nitrobenzene, o-Nitrobenzyl chloride and α-Chloro-2-nitrotoluene. Key properties include a melting point of 46-48 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 269.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 112.7±20.4 °C. GHS signal word: Danger. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
612-23-7
Jingsj CID
J-34222-3
Molecular Formula
C7H6ClNO2
Chinese Name
2-硝基苄氯
Molecular Weight
171.581 g/mol
Category
Organohalogen Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point46-48 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point269.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point112.7±20.4 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

CorrosionSignal word: Danger

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Nitrobenzyl chloride?

The CAS number of 2-Nitrobenzyl chloride is 612-23-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Nitrobenzyl chloride?

2-Nitrobenzyl chloride has molecular formula C7H6ClNO2 and molecular weight 171.581 g/mol.

Is 2-Nitrobenzyl chloride hazardous?

2-Nitrobenzyl chloride has GHS signal word Danger.

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