Methyl 5-chloro-2-methylbenzoate

2-甲基-5-氯苯甲酸甲酯

Also known as: methyl 2-methyl-5-chlorobenzoate, 5-chloro-2-methyl-benzoic acid methyl ester, Benzoic acid, 5-chloro-2-methyl-, methyl ester

Methyl 5-chloro-2-methylbenzoate (CAS 99585-13-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H9ClO2 and a molecular weight of 184.620 g/mol. It is also known as methyl 2-methyl-5-chlorobenzoate, 5-chloro-2-methyl-benzoic acid methyl ester and Benzoic acid, 5-chloro-2-methyl-, methyl ester. Key properties include a boiling point of 245.6±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 112.7±17.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
99585-13-4
Jingsj CID
J-1507469-2
Molecular Formula
C9H9ClO2
Chinese Name
2-甲基-5-氯苯甲酸甲酯
Molecular Weight
184.620 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point245.6±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point112.7±17.2 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 5-chloro-2-methylbenzoate?

The CAS number of Methyl 5-chloro-2-methylbenzoate is 99585-13-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 5-chloro-2-methylbenzoate?

Methyl 5-chloro-2-methylbenzoate has molecular formula C9H9ClO2 and molecular weight 184.620 g/mol.

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