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o-Toluoyl chloride

Also known as: 2-Methylbenzoyl chloride, 2-Toluoyl chloride, o-Toluic acid chloride, o-Toluyl chloride, o-Methylbenzoyl chloride, ortho-Toluoyl chloride, 2-Methylbenzoic acid chloride

o-Toluoyl chloride (CAS 933-88-0) 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 -18ºC, a boiling point of 213.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 84.1±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.
933-88-0
Jingsj CID
J-49097-1
Molecular Formula
C8H7ClO
Molecular Weight
154.594 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-18ºC
Boiling Point213.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point84.1±11.9 °C
Exact Mass154.018539
PSA17.07000
LogP2.67
Vapor Pressure0.2±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.538

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / IrritantSignal word: Danger
  • H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

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 o-Toluoyl chloride?

The CAS number of o-Toluoyl chloride is 933-88-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of o-Toluoyl chloride?

o-Toluoyl chloride has molecular formula C8H7ClO and molecular weight 154.594 g/mol.

Is o-Toluoyl chloride hazardous?

o-Toluoyl 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 o-Toluoyl chloride?

For o-Toluoyl chloride, Upstream Products: o-Toluic acid, 2-Iodotoluene, Oxalyl chloride; Downstream Products: N-tert-butyl-2-methylbenzamide, 2-methylbenzoyl cyanide, 2-Methylbenzamide.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "o-Toluoyl chloride (CAS 933-88-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-49097-1 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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