Substance profile
Methyl 2,5-dichlorobenzoate
Methyl 2,5-dichlorobenzoate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C8H6Cl2O2.
01 · Identification
What Methyl 2,5-dichlorobenzoate is
Methyl 2,5-dichlorobenzoate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C8H6Cl2O2. Its molecular formula is C8H6Cl2O2 and its molecular weight is 205.03 g/mol.
Under the GHS it carries the signal word Warning.
02 · GHS classification
Hazards and label elements
Harmonised classification under CLP Annex VI. This is the legally binding classification in the EU; other jurisdictions may differ.
| Code | Hazard statement |
|---|---|
| H302 | Harmful if swallowed. |
| H336 | May cause drowsiness or dizziness. |
| H411 | Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. |
Precautionary statements: P270, P273, P301, P312, P330, P391, P501
03 · Physical and chemical properties
Methyl 2,5-dichlorobenzoate properties
Every value is shown with the conditions it was measured under and the source it came from. Where sources disagree, all values are listed rather than one being picked — the difference is usually a different form of the substance, not an error.
| Property | Value | Conditions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vapor pressure | 0.01 mmHg | Haz-Map |
Values compiled from PubChem Laboratory Chemical Safety Summary. Temperatures converted to Fahrenheit for reference.