| Formula / Notation | C7H7Cl |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 95-49-8 |
| Molecular Weight | 126.58 |
| Melting Point | -31.2 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 318.15 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.0825 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | 0.009 % at 77 °F (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Appearance | O-chlorotoluene is a colorless liquid with an aromatic odor. Denser than water and poorly soluble in water. Hence sinks in water. (USCG, 1999) |
| Also Known As | 1-chloro-2-methylbenzene; 1-Chloro-2-methylbenzene; 95-49-8; o-Chlorotoluene; o-Tolyl chloride; Benzene, 1-chloro-2-methyl-; ortho-Chlorotoluene; Toluene, o-chloro-; 2-Methylchlorobenzene; 2-Chloro-1-methylbenzene |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is 2-Chlorotoluene?
2-Chlorotoluene (C7H7Cl) is an organic compound that appears as O-chlorotoluene is a colorless liquid with an aromatic odor. Denser than water and poorly soluble in water. Hence sinks in water. (USCG, 1999). It has a molecular weight of 126.58 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-chloro-2-methylbenzene. Boiling point: 318.15 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992). Melting point: -31.2 °F (NTP, 1992).
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: 1-chloro-2-methylbenzene
Other Names / Synonyms: 1-chloro-2-methylbenzene; 1-Chloro-2-methylbenzene; 95-49-8; o-Chlorotoluene; o-Tolyl chloride; Benzene, 1-chloro-2-methyl-; ortho-Chlorotoluene; Toluene, o-chloro-; 2-Methylchlorobenzene; 2-Chloro-1-methylbenzene
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -31.2 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 318.15 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.0825 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 126.58 |
| Solubility | 0.009 % at 77 °F (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Appearance | O-chlorotoluene is a colorless liquid with an aromatic odor. Denser than water and poorly soluble in water. Hence sinks in water. (USCG, 1999) |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
2-Chlorotoluene (C7H7Cl) is an organic compound that appears as O-chlorotoluene is a colorless liquid with an aromatic odor. Denser than water and poorly soluble in water. Hence sinks in water. (USCG, 1999). It has a molecular weight of 126.58 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-chloro-2-methylbenzene. Boiling point: 318.15 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992). Melting point: -31.2 °F (NTP, 1992).
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for 2-Chlorotoluene is: C7H7Cl