2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzenesulfonyl chloride
Also known as: 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzene-1-sulfonyl chloride, 5-Nitro-o-toluenesulfonyl chloride, 4-Nitrotoluene-2-sulfonyl chloride, 2-Methyl-5-nitrophenylsulfonyl chloride, 5-Nitro-2-methylbenzenesulfonyl chloride, MFCD00051695, EINECS 204-444-8
2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzenesulfonyl chloride (CAS 121-02-8) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H6ClNO4S and a molecular weight of 235.64500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 43 °C, a boiling point of 135-137°C/0.7mm, a density of 1.528 g/cm3 and a flash point of 135-137°C/0.7mm. 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.
- 121-02-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-37087-6
- Molecular Formula
- C7H6ClNO4S
- Molecular Weight
- 235.64500 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 43 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 135-137°C/0.7mm |
| Density | 1.528 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 135-137°C/0.7mm |
| Exact Mass | 234.97100 |
| PSA | 88.34000 |
| LogP | 3.43470 |
| Vapor Pressure | 2.57E-05mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.576 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2904909090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS:2904909090 sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of hydrocarbons, whether or not halogenated 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 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzenesulfonyl chloride?
The CAS number of 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzenesulfonyl chloride is 121-02-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzenesulfonyl chloride?
2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzenesulfonyl chloride has molecular formula C7H6ClNO4S and molecular weight 235.64500 g/mol.
Is 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzenesulfonyl chloride hazardous?
2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzenesulfonyl chloride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzenesulfonyl chloride?
For 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzenesulfonyl chloride, Upstream Products: 4-Nitrotoluene, Carbon disulphide, Aluminium chloride; Downstream Products: O,S-Diethyl dithiocarbonate, Dixanthogen, 6-Aminosaccharin.
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