2-Chlorobenzotrichloride

Name: 2-Chlorobenzotrichloride
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-025067

About 2-Chlorobenzotrichloride

Listed under CAS 2136-89-2, 2-Chlorobenzotrichloride is an impurity of Clotrimazole available from Vaqora Chemicals. Formula C7H4Cl4, molecular weight 229.9 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 1-chloro-2-(trichloromethyl)benzene. Common synonyms include o-Chlorobenzotrichloride and o-Chlorobenzylidyne chloride.

The product is provided as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As a characterised impurity of Clotrimazole, it is used for analytical method development, method validation (AMV) and routine quality-control testing, and it supports ANDA and DMF regulatory filings. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Chlorobenzotrichloride in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Analytical method development
Method validation (AMV)
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

Industries

Related to Clotrimazole

View every impurity, metabolite and intermediate we list for Clotrimazole.

Clotrimazole impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Chlorobenzotrichloride
Catalogue No.	VQ-025067
CAS Number	2136-89-2
IUPAC name	1-chloro-2-(trichloromethyl)benzene
Molecular formula	C₇H₄Cl₄
Molecular weight	229.9 g/mol
Exact mass	229.9038
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	MFHPYLFZSCSNST-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C(=C1)C(Cl)(Cl)Cl)Cl
PubChem CID	16494

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	4.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
Synonyms	o-Chlorobenzotrichloride, o-Chlorobenzylidyne chloride, o-Chlorophenyltrichloromethane, Benzene, 1-chloro-2-(trichloromethyl)-, Toluene, o,alpha,alpha,alpha-tetrachloro-, Toluene, o,alpha,alpha,alpha-tetrachloro-(8CI), alpha,alpha,alpha,2-Tetrachlorotoluene, Benzene, chloro(trichloromethyl)-, Chlorobenzotrichloride, Toluene, alpha,alpha,alpha,ar-tetrachloro-, Toluene, o,.alpha.,.alpha.,.alpha.-tetrachloro-, (2-Chlorophenyl)trichlormethane

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H290May be corrosive to metals
H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H341Suspected of causing genetic defects
H350May cause cancer
H351Suspected of causing cancer
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P234, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P318, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P390, P403 + P233, P405, P406

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Chlorobenzotrichloride?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Chlorobenzotrichloride is 2136-89-2. It is also known as o-Chlorobenzotrichloride, o-Chlorobenzylidyne chloride, o-Chlorophenyltrichloromethane.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Chlorobenzotrichloride?

2-Chlorobenzotrichloride has the molecular formula C7H4Cl4 and a molecular weight of 229.9 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-chloro-2-(trichloromethyl)benzene.

What is 2-Chlorobenzotrichloride used for?

2-Chlorobenzotrichloride is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Clotrimazole. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Chlorobenzotrichloride can I order?

We supply 2-Chlorobenzotrichloride in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Chlorobenzotrichloride?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Chlorobenzotrichloride is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 2-Chlorobenzotrichloride be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Chlorobenzotrichloride is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.