Names and Identifiers
| Name | 4-(Chloromethyl)benzoic acid |
| Synonyms | RARECHEM AL BO 0358 -Chloro-p-toluicacid 4-(Chloromethyl)benzoic acid P-(CHLOROMETHYL)BENZOIC ACID 4-(ChloroMethyl)benzoic acid Benzoic acid, 4-(chloromethyl)- 4 – chlorine Methyl benzoic acid |
| CAS | 1642-81-5 |
| EINECS | 216-697-1 |
| InChI | InChI=1/C8H7ClO2/c9-5-6-1-3-7(4-2-6)8(10)11/h1-4H,5H2,(H,10,11)/p-1 |
Physico-chemical Properties
| Molecular Formula | C8H7ClO2 |
| Molar Mass | 170.59 |
| Density | 1.315±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted) |
| Melting Point | 201-202℃ |
| Boling Point | 317.7°C at 760 mmHg |
| Flash Point | 145.9°C |
| Vapor Presure | 0.000159mmHg at 25°C |
| Appearance | Crystalline powder |
| Storage Condition | Room Temprature |
| Sensitive | Easily absorbing moisture |
| MDL | MFCD00002568 |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Needle-like crystals. Melting point 205 °c (199-201 °c). Soluble in ether, hot ethanol and hot water. |
| Use | For pharmaceutical and dye intermediates |
Risk and Safety
| Hazard Symbols | C – Corrosive |
| Risk Codes | R34 – Causes burns |
| Safety Description | S26 – In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36/37/39 – Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. S45 – In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label whenever possible.) |
| UN IDs | UN 3261 |
