Benzyl chloroacetate
Also known as: Benzyl 2-chloroacetate, Chloroacetic acid benzyl ester, Phenylmethyl 2-chloroacetate, Benzyl monochloroacetate, Benzyl α-chloroacetate, Acetic acid, 2-chloro-, phenylmethyl ester, Acetic acid, chloro-, phenylmethyl ester, benzyl chloracetate, benzyl monochloroacetate, chloroacetic acid phenylmethyl ester, phenylmethyl 2-chloroacetate
Benzyl chloroacetate (CAS 140-18-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H9ClO2 and a molecular weight of 184.620 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 90ºC, a boiling point of 252.8±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 117.9±15.8 °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.
- 140-18-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-6258-8
- Molecular Formula
- C9H9ClO2
- Molecular Weight
- 184.620 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 90ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 252.8±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 117.9±15.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 184.029114 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 2.20 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.525 |
| Additional Property | insoluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915400090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915400090 mono-, di- or trichloroacetic acids, their salts and esters |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Benzyl chloroacetate?
The CAS number of Benzyl chloroacetate is 140-18-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzyl chloroacetate?
Benzyl chloroacetate has molecular formula C9H9ClO2 and molecular weight 184.620 g/mol.
Is Benzyl chloroacetate hazardous?
Benzyl chloroacetate 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 Benzyl chloroacetate?
For Benzyl chloroacetate, Upstream Products: Chloroacetic acid, Benzyl alcohol, p-Toluenesulfonic acid; Downstream Products: Benzyl Dimethylphosphonoacetate, Benzyl acetate, Benzyl cinnamate.
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