2-Methylbenzyl isocyanate
2-甲基苄基异氰酸酯
Also known as: 1-(isocyanatomethyl)-2-methylbenzene, 2-tolylmethyl isocyanate, Benzene, 1-(isocyanatomethyl)-2-methyl-, (2-methylphenyl)methanisocyanate
2-Methylbenzyl isocyanate (CAS 56651-58-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H9NO and a molecular weight of 147.17400 g/mol. It is also known as 1-(isocyanatomethyl)-2-methylbenzene, 2-tolylmethyl isocyanate and Benzene, 1-(isocyanatomethyl)-2-methyl-. Key properties include a boiling point of 226 °C(lit.), a density of 1.059 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 210 °F. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 56651-58-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-26904-1
- Molecular Formula
- C9H9NO
- Chinese Name
- 2-甲基苄基异氰酸酯
- Molecular Weight
- 147.17400 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 226 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.059 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 210 °F |
| Exact Mass | 147.06800 |
| PSA | 29.43000 |
| LogP | 1.83080 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.528(lit.) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2929109000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2929109000. other isocyanates. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Methylbenzyl isocyanate?
The CAS number of 2-Methylbenzyl isocyanate is 56651-58-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methylbenzyl isocyanate?
2-Methylbenzyl isocyanate has molecular formula C9H9NO and molecular weight 147.17400 g/mol.
Is 2-Methylbenzyl isocyanate hazardous?
2-Methylbenzyl isocyanate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H318 — Causes serious eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methylbenzyl isocyanate?
For 2-Methylbenzyl isocyanate, Upstream Products: 2-(2-Methylphenyl)acetyl chloride, o-Tolylacetic acid.
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