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CAS No.: | 104-82-5 |
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Product Introduction: P-Methylbenzyl Chloride
Property | Description |
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Chemical Name | P-Methylbenzyl Chloride |
CAS Number | 104-82-5 |
Synonyms | 4-Methylbenzyl Chloride, alpha-Chloro-p-xylene, AKOS BBS-00003956, etc. |
Molecular Formula | C8H9Cl |
Molecular Weight | 140.61 g/mol |
Physical Appearance | Colorless liquid |
Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm³ |
Boiling Point | 198.6±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
Melting Point | 4 °C (literature value) |
Flash Point | 75.6±0.0 °C |
Refractive Index | 1.524 |
Solubility in Water | Insoluble |
Odor | Pungent |
Usage | Intermediate for organic synthesis, used in the preparation of 4-methylbenzyl alcohol, 4-methylbenzaldehyde, etc. |
Safety Information | Irritating to eyes, respiratory system, and skin. In case of contact, immediate flushing with water and seeking medical advice is necessary. |
Storage Conditions | Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from heat and open flame. |
P-Methylbenzyl Chloride (4-Methylbenzyl chloride) is mainly used as an intermediate in organic synthesis. It is widely used as a starting material or catalyst for synthesizing other compounds in the chemical industry. Specific applications include:
As an intermediate for the synthesis of compounds such as p-methylbenzyl alcohol and p-methylbenzaldehyde.
In the pharmaceutical and pesticide industries, it is used to synthesize specific drugs and pesticide molecules.
In materials science, it may be used to synthesize specific polymers or materials.
In the spice and essence industry, it is used to synthesize specific flavor compounds.
In addition, P-Methylbenzyl Chloride can also be used to synthesize various types of chemicals, including but not limited to dyes, coatings, plastic additives, etc. Due to its multifunctionality in the synthesis process, it is an important raw material in the chemical industry.