2-(chloromethyl)-4-nitrophenol
Also known as: alpha-Chloro-4-nitro-o-cresol, Alpha-Chloro-p-nitro-o-cresol, 2-Hydroxy-5-nitrobenzyl chloride, AKOS BBS-00003847, TIMTEC-BB SBB006782
2-(chloromethyl)-4-nitrophenol (CAS 2973-19-5) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H6ClNO3 and a molecular weight of 187.58000 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 128 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 373.4ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.472g/cm3 and a flash point of 179.6ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2973-19-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-49969-4
- Molecular Formula
- C7H6ClNO3
- Molecular Weight
- 187.58000 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 128 °C (dec.)(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 373.4ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.472g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 179.6ºC |
| Exact Mass | 187.00400 |
| PSA | 66.05000 |
| LogP | 2.56240 |
| Vapor Pressure | 4.2E-06mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.614 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2908999090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2908999090 halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of phenols or phenol-alcohols。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-(chloromethyl)-4-nitrophenol?
The CAS number of 2-(chloromethyl)-4-nitrophenol is 2973-19-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(chloromethyl)-4-nitrophenol?
2-(chloromethyl)-4-nitrophenol has molecular formula C7H6ClNO3 and molecular weight 187.58000 g/mol.
Is 2-(chloromethyl)-4-nitrophenol hazardous?
2-(chloromethyl)-4-nitrophenol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(chloromethyl)-4-nitrophenol?
For 2-(chloromethyl)-4-nitrophenol, Upstream Products: dimethoxymethane, 2-Hydroxy-5-nitrobenzyl alcohol; Downstream Products: 2-Hydroxy-5-nitrobenzyl alcohol, 5-Nitrosalicylaldehyde, 2-Hydroxy-5-nitrobenzyl bromide.
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