3,5-Dimethylbenzoyl chloride

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Introduction

3,5-Dimethylbenzoyl Chloride

Chemical Name: 3,5-Dimethylbenzoyl chloride
Synonyms: m-Xyloyl chloride
CAS Number: 6613-44-1
Molecular Formula: C₉H₉ClO
Molecular Weight: 168.62 g/mol


Physical & Chemical Properties

Property Specification
Appearance Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor Pungent, lachrymatory
Melting Point 12-14°C
Boiling Point 235-237°C
Density 1.142 g/cm³ (25°C)
Refractive Index 1.543 (20°C)
Vapor Pressure 0.05 mmHg (25°C)
Solubility Decomposes in water; soluble in organic solvents

Hazard & Safety Information (GHS)

Classification:

  • Acute Toxicity 4 (Oral)
  • Skin Corrosion 1B
  • Eye Damage 1

Hazard Codes:
• H302: Harmful if swallowed
• H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
• H335: May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary Statements:
• P280: Wear protective gloves/eye protection
• P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously
• P310: Immediately call poison center


Chemical Reactivity

• Reacts violently with:

  • Water/alcohols (hydrolysis)
  • Bases/amines (exothermic reactions)
    • Moisture-sensitive (store under N₂)
    • Light-sensitive (use amber glass)

Applications

✔ Pharmaceutical intermediate
✔ Organic synthesis (acylation agent)
✔ Photoinitiator production

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