2-Chlorotoluene, 98%

Name: 2-Chlorotoluene, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010402

About 2-Chlorotoluene, 98%

Listed under CAS 95-49-8, 2-Chlorotoluene is a halogenated building block available from Vaqora Chemicals (Synthesis grade) with a typical assay of 98%. Its molecular formula is C7H7Cl and its molecular weight is 126.58 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 1-chloro-2-methylbenzene. It is also known as o-Chlorotoluene or o-Tolyl chloride.

The product is provided as a liquid. Reported physical data include a boiling point of 157-159 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 2 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for cross-coupling substrates, alkylation reactions and organic synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and agrochemical production.

Standard pack sizes are 500 mL, 5 L and 4 x 25 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Cross-coupling substrates
Alkylation reactions
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Chlorotoluene, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-010402
CAS Number	95-49-8
IUPAC name	1-chloro-2-methylbenzene
Molecular formula	C₇H₇Cl
Molecular weight	126.58 g/mol
Exact mass	126.0236
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29039990
InChIKey	IBSQPLPBRSHTTG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC=CC=C1Cl
PubChem CID	7238

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Liquid
Boiling point	157-159 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	3.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
UN number	UN 2238
Synonyms	o-Chlorotoluene, o-Tolyl chloride, Benzene, 1-chloro-2-methyl-, ortho-Chlorotoluene, Toluene, o-chloro-, 2-Methylchlorobenzene, 2-Chloro-1-methylbenzene, Halso 99, 1-chloro-2-methyl-benzene, 1-chloranyl-2-methyl-benzene, o-tolylchloride, 2 -chlorotoluene

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H332Harmful if inhaled
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P271, P273, P304 + P340, P317, P391, 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-Chlorotoluene, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Chlorotoluene, 98% is 95-49-8. It is also known as o-Chlorotoluene, o-Tolyl chloride, Benzene, 1-chloro-2-methyl-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Chlorotoluene, 98%?

2-Chlorotoluene, 98% has the molecular formula C7H7Cl and a molecular weight of 126.58 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-chloro-2-methylbenzene.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Chlorotoluene, 98% can I order?

We supply 2-Chlorotoluene, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 500 mL, 5 L, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Chlorotoluene, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Chlorotoluene, 98% 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-Chlorotoluene, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Chlorotoluene, 98% is classified as hazardous (UN 2238), 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.