2-Chloro-4-methylphenol

Also known as: 2-Chloro-p-cresol, 2-CHLORO-4-METHYLPHENOL, 2-Chloro-4-methylphenol, 2-CHLORO-P-CRESOL, 2-Chloro-p-cresol (OH=1), Phenol, 2-chloro-4-methyl-, 2-chloro-4-methyl-pheno, 3-CHLORO-4-HYDROXYTOLUENE, EINECS 229-656-8, MFCD00070639, p-Cresol, 2-chloro-

2-Chloro-4-methylphenol (CAS 6640-27-3) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H7ClO and a molecular weight of 142.583 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 195.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 86.1±0.0 °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.: 6640-27-3
Jingsj CID: J-9398-1
Molecular Formula: C₇H₇ClO
Molecular Weight: 142.583 g/mol
Category: Alcohols
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	195.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	86.1±0.0 °C
Exact Mass	142.018539
PSA	20.23000
LogP	2.50
Vapor Pressure	0.3±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.566

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

H315 — Causes skin irritation
H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2908199090
Summary	HS: 2908199090. derivatives of polyphenols or phenol-alcohols containing only halogen substituents and their salts. VAT:17.0%. tax rebate rate:9.0%. supervision conditions:None. MFN tariff:5.5%. general tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Chloro-4-methylphenol?

The CAS number of 2-Chloro-4-methylphenol is 6640-27-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Chloro-4-methylphenol?

2-Chloro-4-methylphenol has molecular formula C7H7ClO and molecular weight 142.583 g/mol.

Is 2-Chloro-4-methylphenol hazardous?

2-Chloro-4-methylphenol 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 2-Chloro-4-methylphenol?

For 2-Chloro-4-methylphenol, Upstream Products: p-Cresol, 1-Ethoxy-4-methylbenzene, 3-Chloro-4-methoxytoluene; Downstream Products: 4-methylcatechol, 3,4-Dichlorotoluene, 3-Chloro-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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