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

Also known as: 2,5-Bis(chloromethyl)-p-xylene, 1,4-Bis(chloromethyl)-3,6-dimethylbenzene, 2,5-Di(chloromethyl)-p-xylene, alpha(1),alpha(4)-Dichlorodurene, Benzene, 1,4-bis(chloromethyl)-2,5-dimethyl-

1,4-bis(chloromethyl)-2,5-dimethylbenzene (CAS 6298-72-2) is a compound in the Solvents 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 131.5-132.5ºC, a boiling point of 291.5ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.145g/cm3 and a flash point of 142.2ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 6298-72-2
Jingsj CID: J-36070-3
Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₂Cl₂
Molecular Weight: 203.10800 g/mol
Category: Solvents
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	131.5-132.5ºC
Boiling Point	291.5ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.145g/cm3
Flash Point	142.2ºC
Exact Mass	202.03200
LogP	3.78100
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 1,4-bis(chloromethyl)-2,5-dimethylbenzene?

The CAS number of 1,4-bis(chloromethyl)-2,5-dimethylbenzene is 6298-72-2.

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

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

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

For 1,4-bis(chloromethyl)-2,5-dimethylbenzene, Upstream Products: Formaldehyde, p-Xylene, 1,3,5-trioxane; Downstream Products: 1,4-Bis(bromomethyl)-2,5-dimethylbenzene, 2,5-Dimethyl-1,4-benzenediamine, 1,2,4,5-Benzenetetracarboxylic acid.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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