4-chloro-2-methoxybenzyl alcohol
4-氯-2-甲氧基苄醇
Also known as: 4-CHLORO-2-METHOXYBENZYL ALCOHOL, 4-Chloro-2-methoxybenzyl alcohol 97%, 4-Chloro-2-methoxybenzyl alcohol≥ 99% (GC), MFCD02683547
4-chloro-2-methoxybenzyl alcohol (CAS 55685-75-1) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H9ClO2 and a molecular weight of 172.60900 g/mol. It is also known as 4-CHLORO-2-METHOXYBENZYL ALCOHOL, 4-Chloro-2-methoxybenzyl alcohol 97% and 4-Chloro-2-methoxybenzyl alcohol≥ 99% (GC). Key properties include a melting point of 47-51ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 268.2ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.239g/cm3 and a flash point of 116ºC. 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.
- 55685-75-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-22009-3
- Molecular Formula
- C8H9ClO2
- Chinese Name
- 4-氯-2-甲氧基苄醇
- Molecular Weight
- 172.60900 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 47-51ºC(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 268.2ºC at 760mmHg |
| Density | 1.239g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 116ºC |
| Exact Mass | 172.02900 |
| PSA | 29.46000 |
| LogP | 1.84090 |
| Refractive Index | 1.548 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2909499000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2909499000. ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:9.0%. . MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 4-chloro-2-methoxybenzyl alcohol?
The CAS number of 4-chloro-2-methoxybenzyl alcohol is 55685-75-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-chloro-2-methoxybenzyl alcohol?
4-chloro-2-methoxybenzyl alcohol has molecular formula C8H9ClO2 and molecular weight 172.60900 g/mol.
Is 4-chloro-2-methoxybenzyl alcohol hazardous?
4-chloro-2-methoxybenzyl alcohol 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-methoxybenzyl alcohol?
For 4-chloro-2-methoxybenzyl alcohol, Upstream Products: Methanol, 4-Bromochlorobenzene, 4-Chlorobenzaldehyde; Downstream Products: 4-Chlorobenzaldehyde, Methanol.
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