1-Chloro-2-(dichlorophenylmethyl)benzene

About 1-Chloro-2-(dichlorophenylmethyl)benzene

1-Chloro-2-(dichlorophenylmethyl)benzene is an impurity of Clotrimazole carrying the CAS registry number 3509-85-1. Its molecular formula is C13H9Cl3 and its molecular weight is 271.6 g/mol. Alternative names: Dichloro(o-chlorophenyl)phenylmethane and (2-Chlorophenyl)phenyldichloromethane.

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 “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

This Clotrimazole impurity supports analytical method development and validation (AMV), batch release testing and the impurity sections of ANDA and DMF filings. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer 1-Chloro-2-(dichlorophenylmethyl)benzene in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

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

Industries

Related to Clotrimazole

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Clotrimazole impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	1-Chloro-2-(dichlorophenylmethyl)benzene
Catalogue No.	VQ-029909
CAS Number	3509-85-1
IUPAC name	1-chloro-2-[dichloro(phenyl)methyl]benzene
Molecular formula	C₁₃H₉Cl₃
Molecular weight	271.6 g/mol
Exact mass	269.977
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	PHRLCYSMTGTXMM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(C2=CC=CC=C2Cl)(Cl)Cl
PubChem CID	12797628

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	5.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
Synonyms	Dichloro(o-chlorophenyl)phenylmethane, (2-Chlorophenyl)phenyldichloromethane, Benzene, 1-chloro-2-(dichlorophenylmethyl)-, 2-Chlorophenyl-phenyl-dichloromethane, Methane, dichloro(o-chlorophenyl)phenyl-

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed

Precautionary statements: P264, P270, P301 + P317, P330, P501

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 1-Chloro-2-(dichlorophenylmethyl)benzene?

The CAS Registry Number of 1-Chloro-2-(dichlorophenylmethyl)benzene is 3509-85-1. It is also known as Dichloro(o-chlorophenyl)phenylmethane, (2-Chlorophenyl)phenyldichloromethane, Benzene, 1-chloro-2-(dichlorophenylmethyl)-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Chloro-2-(dichlorophenylmethyl)benzene?

1-Chloro-2-(dichlorophenylmethyl)benzene has the molecular formula C13H9Cl3 and a molecular weight of 271.6 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-chloro-2-[dichloro(phenyl)methyl]benzene.

What is 1-Chloro-2-(dichlorophenylmethyl)benzene used for?

1-Chloro-2-(dichlorophenylmethyl)benzene 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 1-Chloro-2-(dichlorophenylmethyl)benzene can I order?

We supply 1-Chloro-2-(dichlorophenylmethyl)benzene 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 1-Chloro-2-(dichlorophenylmethyl)benzene?

Yes. Every lot of 1-Chloro-2-(dichlorophenylmethyl)benzene 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 1-Chloro-2-(dichlorophenylmethyl)benzene be shipped internationally?

Yes. 1-Chloro-2-(dichlorophenylmethyl)benzene 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.