2-Methoxybenzoyl chloride, 97%

About 2-Methoxybenzoyl chloride, 97%

2-Methoxybenzoyl chloride is an acylating agent in Synthesis grade carrying the CAS registry number 21615-34-9, specified at 97% purity. Formula C8H7ClO2, molecular weight 170.59 g/mol. It is also known as o-Anisoyl chloride or Benzoyl chloride, 2-methoxy-.

In its supplied form it is a colourless to yellow to orange liquid. Key physical data: a density of 1.146 g/mL at 25 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 5 g, 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Methoxybenzoyl chloride, 97%
Catalogue No.	VQ-009091
CAS Number	21615-34-9
IUPAC name	2-methoxybenzoyl chloride
Molecular formula	C₈H₇ClO₂
Molecular weight	170.59 g/mol
Exact mass	170.0135
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	97%
HSN code	29189900
InChIKey	RZNHSEZOLFEFGB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC1=CC=CC=C1C(=O)Cl
PubChem CID	88969

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to yellow to orange liquid
Density	1.146 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	26.3 Å²
UN number	UN 1729
Synonyms	o-Anisoyl chloride, Benzoyl chloride, 2-methoxy-, 2-anisoyl chloride, Methoxybenzoyl chloride, o-Methoxybenzoyl chloride, Benzoyl chloride, methoxy-, 2-methoxy-benzoyl chloride, o-anisoylchloride, ortho-anisoyl chloride, o-anisic acid chloride, 2-methoxybenzoic chloride, Benzoyl chloride,methoxy-

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P264, P271, P280, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P319, P321, P363, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Methoxybenzoyl chloride, 97%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Methoxybenzoyl chloride, 97% is 21615-34-9. It is also known as o-Anisoyl chloride, Benzoyl chloride, 2-methoxy-, 2-anisoyl chloride.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methoxybenzoyl chloride, 97%?

2-Methoxybenzoyl chloride, 97% has the molecular formula C8H7ClO2 and a molecular weight of 170.59 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-methoxybenzoyl chloride.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Methoxybenzoyl chloride, 97% can I order?

We supply 2-Methoxybenzoyl chloride, 97% in Synthesis (97%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Methoxybenzoyl chloride, 97%?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Methoxybenzoyl chloride, 97% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 2-Methoxybenzoyl chloride, 97% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Methoxybenzoyl chloride, 97% is classified as hazardous (UN 1729), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.