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2,3-Dimethylbenzoyl chloride

Also known as: 2,3-Dimethylbenzene-1-carbonyl chloride, Benzoyl chloride, 2,3-dimethyl-, 2,3-Dimethyl-benzoylchlorid, 2,3-Dimethylchloride, MFCD00045217, 21900-46-9

2,3-Dimethylbenzoyl chloride (CAS 21900-46-9) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H9ClO and a molecular weight of 168.620 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 2°C, a boiling point of 245.6±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 105.5±11.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
21900-46-9
Jingsj CID
J-45145-6
Molecular Formula
C9H9ClO
Molecular Weight
168.620 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point2°C
Boiling Point245.6±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point105.5±11.9 °C
Exact Mass168.034195
PSA17.07000
LogP3.13
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.534

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2916399090
Summary2916399090 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 2,3-Dimethylbenzoyl chloride?

The CAS number of 2,3-Dimethylbenzoyl chloride is 21900-46-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,3-Dimethylbenzoyl chloride?

2,3-Dimethylbenzoyl chloride has molecular formula C9H9ClO and molecular weight 168.620 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,3-Dimethylbenzoyl chloride?

For 2,3-Dimethylbenzoyl chloride, Upstream Products: 2,3-Dimethylbenzoic acid, 2,3-Dimethylaniline, 2,3-Dimethylbenzonitrile; Downstream Products: 2,3-dimethylbenzamide, Medetomidine, 2,3-Dimethylbenzaldehyde.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2,3-Dimethylbenzoyl chloride (CAS 21900-46-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-45145-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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