2-Amino-6-chlorobenzoic acid
Also known as: 6-Chloroanthranilic acid, 6-Chloro-2-aminobenzoic acid, 2-Carboxy-3-chloroaniline, Benzoic acid, 2-amino-6-chloro-, 6-Amino-2-chlorobenzoic acid
2-Amino-6-chlorobenzoic acid (CAS 2148-56-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H6ClNO2 and a molecular weight of 171.581 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 158-160 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 339.3±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 159.0±23.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2148-56-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-44140-7
- Molecular Formula
- C7H6ClNO2
- Molecular Weight
- 171.581 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 158-160 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 339.3±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 159.0±23.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 171.008713 |
| PSA | 63.32000 |
| LogP | 1.64 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.649 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2922499990 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS:2922499990 other amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters; salts thereof 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:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Amino-6-chlorobenzoic acid?
The CAS number of 2-Amino-6-chlorobenzoic acid is 2148-56-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Amino-6-chlorobenzoic acid?
2-Amino-6-chlorobenzoic acid has molecular formula C7H6ClNO2 and molecular weight 171.581 g/mol.
Is 2-Amino-6-chlorobenzoic acid hazardous?
2-Amino-6-chlorobenzoic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Amino-6-chlorobenzoic acid?
For 2-Amino-6-chlorobenzoic acid, Upstream Products: 2-Chloro-6-nitrobenzoic acid, 2-Acetamido-6-chlorobenzoic acid, N-(3-Chloro-2-methylphenyl)acetamide; Downstream Products: 5-Chloroisatoic anhydride, Quinmerac, 2,6-Dichlorobenzoic acid.
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