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1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98%
Synonyms: o-Xylylene dichloride · α,α′-Dichloro-o-xylene · alpha,alpha'-Dichloro-o-xylene · Benzene, 1,2-bis(chloromethyl)-
CAS No.612-12-4
FormulaC8H8Cl2
Mol. weight175.05
Catalogue No.VQ-010324
Purity98%
HSN29036990
1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene (CAS 612-12-4) – halogenated building block, 98%. C8H8Cl2, MW 175.05. From Vaqora Chemicals, with COA and worldwide delivery.
Batch COA with every lot
16-section GHS SDS
Export to 120+ countries
DG-compliant packing
About 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98%
Vaqora Chemicals supplies 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, a halogenated building block registered under CAS number 612-12-4, specified at 98% purity. Its molecular formula is C8H8Cl2 and its molecular weight is 175.05 g/mol. Alternative names: o-Xylylene dichloride and α,α′-Dichloro-o-xylene.
In its supplied form it is white to yellow powder or crystals. Literature values give a melting point of 55-57 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.
Key uses span cross-coupling substrates, alkylation reactions, organic synthesis and protein and peptide research. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and agrochemical production.
Standard pack sizes are 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.
Typical applications
- Cross-coupling substrates
- Alkylation reactions
- Organic synthesis
- Protein & peptide research
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Specifications & identifiers
| Product name | 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98% |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | VQ-010324 |
| CAS Number | 612-12-4 |
| IUPAC name | 1,2-bis(chloromethyl)benzene |
| Molecular formula | C8H8Cl2 |
| Molecular weight | 175.05 g/mol |
| Exact mass | 174.0003 |
| Purity / assay | 98% |
| HSN code | 29036990 |
| InChIKey | FMGGHNGKHRCJLL-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C(C(=C1)CCl)CCl |
| PubChem CID | 11919 |
| Physical form | Crystalline |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to yellow powder or crystals |
| Melting point | 55-57 °C |
| LogP (XLogP3) | 2.7 |
| H-bond donors / acceptors | 0 / 0 |
| TPSA | 0 Ų |
| UN number | UN 3261 |
| Synonyms | o-Xylylene dichloride, α,α′-Dichloro-o-xylene, alpha,alpha'-Dichloro-o-xylene, Benzene, 1,2-bis(chloromethyl)-, alpha,alpha-Dichloro-o-xylene, .alpha.,.alpha.'-Dichloro-o-xylene, .alpha.,.alpha.-Dichloro-o-xylene, 4-05-00-00927 (Beilstein Handbook Reference), o-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, ?,?'-Dichloro-o-xylene, o-XYLENE, alpha,alpha'-DICHLORO-, 12-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene |
Safety & hazard information (GHS)
Signal word: Danger
Hazard statements
H302Harmful if swallowedH314Causes severe skin burns and eye damageH330Fatal if inhaledH335May cause respiratory irritationH400Very toxic to aquatic lifeH410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P264, P270, P271, P273, P280, P284, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P319, P320, P321, P330, P363, P391, P403 + P233, P405, P501
Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98%?
The CAS Registry Number of 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98% is 612-12-4. It is also known as o-Xylylene dichloride, α,α′-Dichloro-o-xylene, alpha,alpha'-Dichloro-o-xylene.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98%?
1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98% has the molecular formula C8H8Cl2 and a molecular weight of 175.05 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1,2-bis(chloromethyl)benzene.
Which grade and pack sizes of 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98% can I order?
We supply 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98% in (98%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.
Do you provide a COA and SDS with 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98%?
Yes. Every lot of 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98% 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 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98% be shipped internationally?
Yes. 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98% is classified as hazardous (UN 3261), 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.
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