4-chloro-2-nitrobenzyl chloride

4-氯-2-硝基氯苄

Also known as: 4-chloro-1-(chloromethyl)-2-nitrobenzene, alpha,4-dichloro-2-nitrotoluene, 2-nitro-4-chlorobenzyl chloride, 2-chloromethyl-5-chloronitrobenzene

4-chloro-2-nitrobenzyl chloride (CAS 938-71-6) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H5Cl2NO2 and a molecular weight of 206.02600 g/mol. It is also known as 4-chloro-1-(chloromethyl)-2-nitrobenzene, alpha,4-dichloro-2-nitrotoluene and 2-nitro-4-chlorobenzyl chloride. Key properties include a melting point of 38-44ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 308.3ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.462g/cm3 and a flash point of 140.3ºC. GHS signal word: Danger. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 938-71-6
Jingsj CID: J-46617-4
Molecular Formula: C₇H₅Cl₂NO₂
Chinese Name: 4-氯-2-硝基氯苄
Molecular Weight: 206.02600 g/mol
Category: Organohalogen Compounds
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	38-44ºC(lit.)
Boiling Point	308.3ºC at 760mmHg
Density	1.462g/cm3
Flash Point	140.3ºC

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / IrritantSignal word: Danger

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-chloro-2-nitrobenzyl chloride?

The CAS number of 4-chloro-2-nitrobenzyl chloride is 938-71-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-chloro-2-nitrobenzyl chloride?

4-chloro-2-nitrobenzyl chloride has molecular formula C7H5Cl2NO2 and molecular weight 206.02600 g/mol.

Is 4-chloro-2-nitrobenzyl chloride hazardous?

4-chloro-2-nitrobenzyl chloride has GHS signal word Danger.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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