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2,6-bis(chloromethyl)-4-methylphenol

Also known as: 2,6-Bis(chloromethyl)-p-cresol, 2,6-Bis(chloromethyl)-4-cresol, 4-Methyl-2,6-bis(chloromethyl)phenol, 2-Hydroxy-5-methyl-1,3-xylylene dichloride, Phenol, 2,6-bis(chloromethyl)-4-methyl-

2,6-bis(chloromethyl)-4-methylphenol (CAS 5862-32-8) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H10Cl2O and a molecular weight of 205.08100 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 76-83ºC, a boiling point of 314.4ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.285g/cm3 and a flash point of 127.3ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H318 — Causes serious 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.
5862-32-8
Jingsj CID
J-855481-2
Molecular Formula
C9H10Cl2O
Molecular Weight
205.08100 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point76-83ºC
Boiling Point314.4ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.285g/cm3
Flash Point127.3ºC
Exact Mass204.01100
PSA20.23000
LogP3.17820
Refractive Index1.571

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / IrritantSignal word: Danger
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H318 — Causes serious eye damage
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2,6-bis(chloromethyl)-4-methylphenol?

The CAS number of 2,6-bis(chloromethyl)-4-methylphenol is 5862-32-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,6-bis(chloromethyl)-4-methylphenol?

2,6-bis(chloromethyl)-4-methylphenol has molecular formula C9H10Cl2O and molecular weight 205.08100 g/mol.

Is 2,6-bis(chloromethyl)-4-methylphenol hazardous?

2,6-bis(chloromethyl)-4-methylphenol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H318 — Causes serious eye damage; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,6-bis(chloromethyl)-4-methylphenol?

For 2,6-bis(chloromethyl)-4-methylphenol, Upstream Products: 2,6-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-p-cresol, p-Cresol, benzene; Downstream Products: Trisphenol, 2,6-Bis(chloromethyl)-4-methylphenyl acetate, 2,4,6-Trimethylphenol.

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