4-Chloro-2-methoxyphenol
Also known as: 4-Chloroguaiacol, Phenol, 4-chloro-2-methoxy-, 5-Chloro-2-hydroxyanisole, 4-Chloropyrocatechol monomethyl ether, 2-Methoxy-4-chlorophenol
4-Chloro-2-methoxyphenol (CAS 16766-30-6) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H7ClO2 and a molecular weight of 158.582 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 16-17 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 242.4±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 100.4±21.8 °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.
- 16766-30-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-9482-6
- Molecular Formula
- C7H7ClO2
- Molecular Weight
- 158.582 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 16-17 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 242.4±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 100.4±21.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 158.013458 |
| PSA | 29.46000 |
| LogP | 2.36 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.554 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Patrícia Fontes Pinheiro,, et al. Semisynthetic Phenol Derivatives Obtained from Natural Phenols: Antimicrobial Activity and Molecular Properties. J Agric Food Chem. 2018 Jan 10;66(1):323-330. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2909500000 |
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| Summary | 2909500000 ether-phenols, ether-alcohol-phenols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives 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 4-Chloro-2-methoxyphenol?
The CAS number of 4-Chloro-2-methoxyphenol is 16766-30-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Chloro-2-methoxyphenol?
4-Chloro-2-methoxyphenol has molecular formula C7H7ClO2 and molecular weight 158.582 g/mol.
Is 4-Chloro-2-methoxyphenol hazardous?
4-Chloro-2-methoxyphenol 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 4-Chloro-2-methoxyphenol?
For 4-Chloro-2-methoxyphenol, Upstream Products: Guaiacol, 2-Aminopyridine, 4-Chloro-2-methoxyaniline; Downstream Products: Eugenol, 4-Chloro-1,2-dimethoxybenzene, 4,6-Dichloroguaiacol.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "4-Chloro-2-methoxyphenol (CAS 16766-30-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-9482-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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