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4-Chloro-3-methylbenzoic acid

Also known as: 4-Chloro-3-methylbenzoic acid, 3-Methyl-4-chlorobenzoic acid, 4-Chloro-m-toluic acid, 4-Chloro-3-toluic acid, 4-Chloro-3-methylbenzoate, Benzoic acid, 4-chloro-3-methyl-, MFCD00045853, 4-Chlor-3-methyl-benzoesaeure, 4-Chlor-m-toluylsaeure, 4-Chloro-3-Methyl, 4-Chloro-3-methylben, 4-Chloro-m-toluic Acid, 4-Chloro-3-methylbenzoesaeure

4-Chloro-3-methylbenzoic acid (CAS 7697-29-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7ClO2 and a molecular weight of 170.593 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 216 °C, a boiling point of 299.0±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 134.6±21.8 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
7697-29-2
Jingsj CID
J-9385-6
Molecular Formula
C8H7ClO2
Molecular Weight
170.593 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point216 °C
Boiling Point299.0±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point134.6±21.8 °C
Exact Mass170.013458
PSA37.30000
LogP3.11
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.573

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 4-Chloro-3-methylbenzoic acid?

The CAS number of 4-Chloro-3-methylbenzoic acid is 7697-29-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Chloro-3-methylbenzoic acid?

4-Chloro-3-methylbenzoic acid has molecular formula C8H7ClO2 and molecular weight 170.593 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Chloro-3-methylbenzoic acid?

For 4-Chloro-3-methylbenzoic acid, Upstream Products: 4-Chloro-m-xylene, 4-Chlorobenzoic acid, iodomethane; Downstream Products: 4'-Chloro-3'-methylacetophenone, 4-Hydroxy-3-methylbenzoic acid, 4-Hydroxyisophthalic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "4-Chloro-3-methylbenzoic acid (CAS 7697-29-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-9385-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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