1,2-bis(chloromethyl)-4,5-dimethylbenzene

Also known as: 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)-4,5-dimethylbenzene, Benzene, 1,2-bis(chloromethyl)-4,5-dimethyl-, 4,5-bis(chloromethyl)-o-xylene, 1,2-di(chloromethyl)-4,5-dimethylbenzene, 1,2-dimethyl-4,5-bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 4,5-di(chloromethyl)-o-xylene

1,2-bis(chloromethyl)-4,5-dimethylbenzene (CAS 2362-16-5) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12Cl2 and a molecular weight of 203.10800 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 104ºC, a boiling point of 285.8ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.145g/cm3 and a flash point of 138.6ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 2362-16-5
Jingsj CID: J-3502-9
Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₂Cl₂
Molecular Weight: 203.10800 g/mol
Category: Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	104ºC
Boiling Point	285.8ºC at 760mmHg
Density	1.145g/cm3
Flash Point	138.6ºC
Exact Mass	202.03200
LogP	3.78100
Vapor Pressure	0.00473mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.537

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2903999090
Summary	2903999090 halogenated derivatives of aromatic hydrocarbons VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1,2-bis(chloromethyl)-4,5-dimethylbenzene?

The CAS number of 1,2-bis(chloromethyl)-4,5-dimethylbenzene is 2362-16-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,2-bis(chloromethyl)-4,5-dimethylbenzene?

1,2-bis(chloromethyl)-4,5-dimethylbenzene has molecular formula C10H12Cl2 and molecular weight 203.10800 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1,2-bis(chloromethyl)-4,5-dimethylbenzene?

For 1,2-bis(chloromethyl)-4,5-dimethylbenzene, Upstream Products: Formaldehyde, o-xylene, 1,3,5-trioxane; Downstream Products: o-xylene, 4,5-Dimethylbenzene-1,2-Dimethanol, 4,5-bis(mercaptomethyl)-o-xylene.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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