2,4-Dichlorobenzoyl chloride

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Category:Agrochemicals  |  Brand:MT

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Introduction

2,4-Dichlorobenzoyl Chloride

Chemical Name: 2,4-Dichlorobenzoyl chloride
Synonyms: DCBC; 2,4-Dichlorobenzoic acid chloride
CAS Number: 89-75-8
Molecular Formula: C₇H₃Cl₃O
Molecular Weight: 209.45 g/mol


Physical & Chemical Properties

Property Value
Appearance Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor Pungent, irritating (lachrymatory)
Melting Point 16-18°C (61-64°F)
Boiling Point 254-256°C (489-493°F)
Density 1.494 g/cm³ (25°C)
Refractive Index 1.573 (20°C)
Vapor Pressure 0.01 mmHg (20°C)
Solubility Reacts with water; soluble in organic solvents

Hazard & Safety Information (GHS)

Danger Symbols:
☠️ Toxic (T)
⚠️ Corrosive (C)

Hazard Statements:
• H302: Harmful if swallowed
• H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
• H330: Fatal if inhaled
• H335: May cause respiratory irritation
• H411: Toxic to aquatic life

Precautionary Measures:
• P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas
• P280: Wear gloves/face shield/eye protection
• P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN: Remove clothing, rinse skin
• P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously


Chemical Behavior

• Reactivity:

  • Violently reacts with water/alcohols (hydrolysis)
  • Incompatible with bases, oxidizing agents
  • Releases HCl gas on decomposition
    • Stability:
  • Moisture-sensitive (store under inert gas)
  • Light-sensitive (amber glass recommended)

Applications

✔ Key intermediate for:

  • Herbicides (e.g., 2,4-D esters)
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Dyes and pigments
    ✔ Acylating agent in organic synthesis

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