API Process Intermediates & Related Compounds

2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic Acid

Name: 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic Acid
Brand: Zemixal
SKU: ZX-039276

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2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic Acid chemical structure

CAS number85888-81-9

FormulaC₈H₇ClO₂

Molar mass170.59 g/mol

Physical formSolid

InChIKeyYTEUDCIEJDRJTM-UHFFFAOYSA-N

IUPAC name2-(chloromethyl)benzoic acid

About 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic Acid

Researchers and plant chemists source 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic Acid from Zemixal for routine and specialised work. Key data: CAS 85888-81-9, formula C8H7ClO2 and molar mass 170.59 g/mol. It is handled as a solid.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Storage and safety notes

Classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 and H314. Read the SDS before first use.

Available as 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg. Larger or split packs can be arranged. Each lot travels with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS. Request pricing online and we confirm availability, documentation and freight to your country.

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Typical uses

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Applications

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and QC Research Labs and Universities

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic Acid
Product name	2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic Acid
Catalogue number	ZX-039276
CAS number	85888-81-9
IUPAC name	2-(chloromethyl)benzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₇ClO₂
Molar mass	170.59 g/mol
Exact mass	170.0135
Physical form	Solid
XLogP3	2.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
Topological polar surface area	37.3 Å²
InChIKey	YTEUDCIEJDRJTM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C(=C1)CCl)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	296106
Synonyms	alpha-chloro-toluic acid, (chloromethyl)benzoic acid, alpha-Chloro-o-toluic acid

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

Corrosive

Irritant or harmful

Signal word Danger

H302Harmful if swallowed
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Precautionary statements P260, P264, P270, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P321, P330, P363, P405, P501

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic Acid
10 mg	Quoted on request
25 mg	Quoted on request
50 mg	Quoted on request
100 mg	Quoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic Acid

Which CAS number identifies 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic Acid?

2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic Acid is registered under CAS 85888-81-9. You may also see it listed as alpha-chloro-toluic acid, (chloromethyl)benzoic acid, alpha-Chloro-o-toluic acid. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-039276.

What are the formula and molar mass of 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic Acid?

For 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic Acid, its formula is C8H7ClO2 and its molar mass is 170.59 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-(chloromethyl)benzoic acid. InChIKey YTEUDCIEJDRJTM-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.

How is 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic Acid used in pharmaceutical QC?

2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic Acid is a characterised reference material linked to Imatinib. Laboratories use it to identify and quantify this impurity during method development and validation, stability work, batch release testing and regulatory submissions.

What grade and pack sizes are available for 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic Acid?

The grade and assay are confirmed on the quotation and the batch COA. Standard packs are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.

Which documents come with 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic Acid?

Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.

Can Zemixal ship 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic Acid to my country?

Yes. Because 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic Acid is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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