5-Methyl-2-nitrobenzyl chloride

5-甲基-2-硝基苄氯

Also known as: 2-(Chloromethyl)-4-methyl-1-nitrobenzene, 2-Chloromethyl-4-methyl-1-nitrobenzene, alpha-chloro-5-methyl-2-nitrotoluene, Benzene, 2-(chloromethyl)-4-methyl-1-nitro-

5-Methyl-2-nitrobenzyl chloride (CAS 66424-91-7) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8ClNO2 and a molecular weight of 185.60800 g/mol. It is also known as 2-(Chloromethyl)-4-methyl-1-nitrobenzene, 2-Chloromethyl-4-methyl-1-nitrobenzene and alpha-chloro-5-methyl-2-nitrotoluene. Key properties include a melting point of 41-43ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 292.3ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.277g/cm3 and a flash point of 130.6ºC. GHS signal word: Danger. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.

66424-91-7

Jingsj CID

J-6767-6

Molecular Formula

C₈H₈ClNO₂

Chinese Name

5-甲基-2-硝基苄氯

Molecular Weight

185.60800 g/mol

Category

Organohalogen Compounds

Last updated

8/21/2026