2-Chlorotrityl Chloride (2-CTC)

About 2-Chlorotrityl Chloride (2-CTC)

2-Chlorotrityl Chloride (2-CTC) is a pharmaceutical intermediate (Pharma grade) carrying the CAS registry number 42074-68-0. Its molecular formula is C19H14Cl2 and its molecular weight is 313.2 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 1-chloro-2-[chloro(diphenyl)methyl]benzene. Common synonyms include 2-Chlorotrityl chloride and 2-Chlorophenyldiphenylmethyl Chloride.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for API manufacturing, pharmaceutical synthesis, process development and fine chemical synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and textiles and dyeing.

Available in 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg and 50 kg packs, 2-Chlorotrityl Chloride (2-CTC) is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

API manufacturing
Pharmaceutical synthesis
Process development
Fine chemical synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Chlorotrityl Chloride (2-CTC)
Catalogue No.	VQ-012715
CAS Number	42074-68-0
IUPAC name	1-chloro-2-[chloro(diphenyl)methyl]benzene
Molecular formula	C₁₉H₁₄Cl₂
Molecular weight	313.2 g/mol
Exact mass	312.0473
Grade	Pharma
InChIKey	JFLSOKIMYBSASW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(C2=CC=CC=C2)(C3=CC=CC=C3Cl)Cl
PubChem CID	94524

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	6.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
Synonyms	2-Chlorotrityl chloride, 2-Chlorophenyldiphenylmethyl Chloride, 2-Chlorotrityl Chloride Resin, (Chloro(2-chlorophenyl)methylene)dibenzene, 1-Chloro-2-(chlorodiphenylmethyl)benzene, 2-Chlorotritylchloride, (2-Chlorophenyl)diphenylmethyl Chloride, Chlorotrityl chloride, Chloro(2-chlorophenyl)diphenylmethane, 2-Chlorotrityl Chloride (90%), o-Chlorotriphenylchloromethane, 2-chlorotrityl resin

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H290May be corrosive to metals
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P234, P264, P264 + P265, P280, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P390, 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-Chlorotrityl Chloride (2-CTC)?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Chlorotrityl Chloride (2-CTC) is 42074-68-0. It is also known as 2-Chlorotrityl chloride, 2-Chlorophenyldiphenylmethyl Chloride, 2-Chlorotrityl Chloride Resin.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Chlorotrityl Chloride (2-CTC)?

2-Chlorotrityl Chloride (2-CTC) has the molecular formula C19H14Cl2 and a molecular weight of 313.2 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-chloro-2-[chloro(diphenyl)methyl]benzene.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Chlorotrityl Chloride (2-CTC) can I order?

We supply 2-Chlorotrityl Chloride (2-CTC) in Pharma grade, in 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg, 50 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Chlorotrityl Chloride (2-CTC)?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Chlorotrityl Chloride (2-CTC) 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-Chlorotrityl Chloride (2-CTC) be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Chlorotrityl Chloride (2-CTC) 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.