2-Chloro-6-methylbenzoic acid

2-氯-6-甲基苯甲酸

Also known as: 6-Chloro-2-methylbenzoic acid, 6-Chloro-o-toluic acid, 2-Chlor-6-methyl-benzoesaeure, 6-Chlor-o-toluylsaeure, Benzoic acid, 2-chloro-6-methyl-, RARECHEM AL BO 0024, MFCD00045799

2-Chloro-6-methylbenzoic acid (CAS 21327-86-6) 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. It is also known as 6-Chloro-2-methylbenzoic acid, 6-Chloro-o-toluic acid and 2-Chlor-6-methyl-benzoesaeure. Key properties include a melting point of 103-105°C, a boiling point of 289.9±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 129.2±21.8 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
21327-86-6
Jingsj CID
J-44104-3
Molecular Formula
C8H7ClO2
Chinese Name
2-氯-6-甲基苯甲酸
Molecular Weight
170.593 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point103-105°C
Boiling Point289.9±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point129.2±21.8 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Chloro-6-methylbenzoic acid?

The CAS number of 2-Chloro-6-methylbenzoic acid is 21327-86-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Chloro-6-methylbenzoic acid?

2-Chloro-6-methylbenzoic acid has molecular formula C8H7ClO2 and molecular weight 170.593 g/mol.

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