3-Methylbenzoyl chloride
Also known as: m-Toluoyl chloride, 3-Methylbenzenecarbonyl chloride, 3-Methylbenzoic acid chloride, m-Methylbenzoyl chloride, 3-Toluoyl chloride, m-Toluyl chloride
3-Methylbenzoyl chloride (CAS 1711-06-4) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7ClO and a molecular weight of 154.594 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -23°C, a boiling point of 220.2±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 90.8±11.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 1711-06-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-38425-8
- Molecular Formula
- C8H7ClO
- Molecular Weight
- 154.594 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -23°C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 220.2±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 90.8±11.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 154.018539 |
| PSA | 17.07000 |
| LogP | 2.67 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.538 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 3-Methylbenzoyl chloride?
The CAS number of 3-Methylbenzoyl chloride is 1711-06-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methylbenzoyl chloride?
3-Methylbenzoyl chloride has molecular formula C8H7ClO and molecular weight 154.594 g/mol.
Is 3-Methylbenzoyl chloride hazardous?
3-Methylbenzoyl chloride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Methylbenzoyl chloride?
For 3-Methylbenzoyl chloride, Upstream Products: 3-Methylbenzoic acid, Oxalyl chloride, o-Toluoyl chloride; Downstream Products: 3-Methylphenethylamine, Methoxyphenone, 2,6-Dimethylanthraquinone.
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