Methyl 2-chloropropionate
Also known as: Methyl α-chloropropionate, α-Chloropropionic acid methyl ester, 2-Chloropropionic acid methyl ester, Methyl 2-chloropropanoate, 2-Chloropropanoic acid methyl ester, Methyl DL-α-chloropropionate
Methyl 2-chloropropionate (CAS 17639-93-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H7ClO2 and a molecular weight of 122.550 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -10 °C, a boiling point of 130.8±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 38.3±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 17639-93-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-38436-1
- Molecular Formula
- C4H7ClO2
- Molecular Weight
- 122.550 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -10 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 130.8±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 38.3±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 122.013458 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 0.76 |
| Additional Property | 4.22 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 9.6±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.409 |
| Additional Property | immiscible |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915900090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915900090 other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl 2-chloropropionate?
The CAS number of Methyl 2-chloropropionate is 17639-93-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-chloropropionate?
Methyl 2-chloropropionate has molecular formula C4H7ClO2 and molecular weight 122.550 g/mol.
Is Methyl 2-chloropropionate hazardous?
Methyl 2-chloropropionate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 2-chloropropionate?
For Methyl 2-chloropropionate, Upstream Products: DL-Alanine methyl ester hydrochloride, 2-chloro-1,1-dimethoxypropane, Methyl propionate; Downstream Products: N,N-Bis(2-hydroxypropyl)aniline, Diclofop, Methyl 2-(4-nitrophenyl)propanoate.
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