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1-Chloro-2-methyl-2-propanol

Also known as: 2-Chloro-tert-butyl alcohol, Chloro-tert-butyl alcohol, 1-Chloro-2-methylpropan-2-ol, 2-Propanol, 1-chloro-2-methyl-, Isobutylene chlorohydrin

1-Chloro-2-methyl-2-propanol (CAS 558-42-9) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H9ClO and a molecular weight of 108.567 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 131.0±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 61.0±15.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
558-42-9
Jingsj CID
J-36165-9
Molecular Formula
C4H9ClO
Molecular Weight
108.567 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point131.0±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point61.0±15.3 °C
Exact Mass108.034195
PSA20.23000
LogP0.62
Vapor Pressure4.2±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.434

GHS Safety & Compliance

FlammableSignal word: Warning
  • H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2905590090
Summary2905590090 other halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of acyclic alcohols。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1-Chloro-2-methyl-2-propanol?

The CAS number of 1-Chloro-2-methyl-2-propanol is 558-42-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Chloro-2-methyl-2-propanol?

1-Chloro-2-methyl-2-propanol has molecular formula C4H9ClO and molecular weight 108.567 g/mol.

Is 1-Chloro-2-methyl-2-propanol hazardous?

1-Chloro-2-methyl-2-propanol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1-Chloro-2-methyl-2-propanol?

For 1-Chloro-2-methyl-2-propanol, Upstream Products: 1,2-dichloro-2-methylpropane, Isobutylene, Methylmagnesium iodide; Downstream Products: 1-methoxy-2-methylpropan-2-ol, 2,2-Dimethylthiirane, 1-chloro-2-methylprop-1-ene.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "1-Chloro-2-methyl-2-propanol (CAS 558-42-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-36165-9 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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