Methyl 5-(chloromethyl)-2-furoate
Also known as: Methyl 5-(chloromethyl)furan-2-carboxylate, Methyl 5-chloromethyl-2-furoate, Methyl 5-(chloromethyl)-2-furancarboxylate, 5-Chloromethyl-furan-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester, 5-(Chloromethyl)-2-furancarboxylic acid methyl ester, Methyl 5-chloromethyl-2-furanoate, 5-Carbomethoxyfurfuryl chloride, NSC 117334, AKOS B006673, AKOS BBS-00001414, AKOS BC-1864, ART-CHEM-BB B006673, EINECS 218-405-8, MFCD00020922
Methyl 5-(chloromethyl)-2-furoate (CAS 2144-37-8) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H7ClO3 and a molecular weight of 174.582 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 32-36 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 268.2±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 116.0±24.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2144-37-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-36993-7
- Molecular Formula
- C7H7ClO3
- Molecular Weight
- 174.582 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 32-36 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 268.2±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 116.0±24.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 174.008377 |
| PSA | 39.44000 |
| LogP | 1.26 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.494 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2932190090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2932190090 other compounds containing an unfused furan ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:20.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl 5-(chloromethyl)-2-furoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 5-(chloromethyl)-2-furoate is 2144-37-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 5-(chloromethyl)-2-furoate?
Methyl 5-(chloromethyl)-2-furoate has molecular formula C7H7ClO3 and molecular weight 174.582 g/mol.
Is Methyl 5-(chloromethyl)-2-furoate hazardous?
Methyl 5-(chloromethyl)-2-furoate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 5-(chloromethyl)-2-furoate?
For Methyl 5-(chloromethyl)-2-furoate, Downstream Products: 5-[(4-methylphenyl)methyl]furan-2-carboxylic acid, Dimethyl furan-2,5-dicarboxylate, Methyl 5-(hydroxymethyl)-2-furoate.
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