2-Chloro-5-methylphenol
Also known as: 6-Chloro-m-cresol, 6-Chloro-3-methylphenol, 4-Chloro-3-hydroxytoluene, 5-Methyl-2-chlorophenol, 3-Methyl-6-chlorophenol, 2-Chloro-5-cresol, m-Cresol, 6-chloro-, Phenol, 2-chloro-5-methyl-
2-Chloro-5-methylphenol (CAS 615-74-7) 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 melting point of 46-48 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 196.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 81.1±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.
- 615-74-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-9460-0
- Molecular Formula
- C7H7ClO
- Molecular Weight
- 142.583 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 46-48 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 196.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 81.1±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
- 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-5-methylphenol?
The CAS number of 2-Chloro-5-methylphenol is 615-74-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Chloro-5-methylphenol?
2-Chloro-5-methylphenol has molecular formula C7H7ClO and molecular weight 142.583 g/mol.
Is 2-Chloro-5-methylphenol hazardous?
2-Chloro-5-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-5-methylphenol?
For 2-Chloro-5-methylphenol, Upstream Products: 4-Chlorotoluene, m-Cresol, 3,4-Dichlorotoluene; Downstream Products: 6-Methyl-2H-1,4-benzoxazin-3(4H)-one, 4-Bromo-2-chloro-5-methylanisole, m-Cresol.
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