Tetrachloro-m-xylene

Name: Tetrachloro-m-xylene
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-040162

About Tetrachloro-m-xylene

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Tetrachloro-m-xylene, a halogenated building block registered under CAS number 877-09-8. With the molecular formula C8H6Cl4, it has a molar mass of 243.9 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 1,2,3,5-tetrachloro-4,6-dimethylbenzene. Alternative names: 2,4,5,6-Tetrachloro-m-xylene and Benzene, 1,2,3,5-tetrachloro-4,6-dimethyl-.

Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include cross-coupling substrates, alkylation reactions and organic synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and agrochemical production.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Tetrachloro-m-xylene in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation. Larger quantities and custom packaging are available. Request a quote for pricing and lead time.

Typical applications

Cross-coupling substrates
Alkylation reactions
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Tetrachloro-m-xylene
Catalogue No.	VQ-040162
CAS Number	877-09-8
IUPAC name	1,2,3,5-tetrachloro-4,6-dimethylbenzene
Molecular formula	C₈H₆Cl₄
Molecular weight	243.9 g/mol
Exact mass	243.9194
InChIKey	NTUBJKOTTSFEEV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=C(C(=C(C(=C1Cl)Cl)Cl)C)Cl
PubChem CID	70139

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	5.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
Synonyms	2,4,5,6-Tetrachloro-m-xylene, Benzene, 1,2,3,5-tetrachloro-4,6-dimethyl-, m-Xylene, 2,4,5,6-tetrachloro-, 2,4,5,6-Tetrachloroxylene, 1,2,3,5tetrachloro4,6dimethylbenzene, Benzene, 1,2,3,5tetrachloro4,6dimethyl, 2,5,6-Tetrachloro-m-xylene, m-Xylene,4,5,6-tetrachloro-, tetrachloro-1,3-dimethylbenzene, 1,2,4,6-tetrachloro-3,5-dimethylbenzene, 1,3,4,5-tetrachloro-2,6-dimethylbenzene

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, 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.

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 Tetrachloro-m-xylene?

The CAS Registry Number of Tetrachloro-m-xylene is 877-09-8. It is also known as 2,4,5,6-Tetrachloro-m-xylene, Benzene, 1,2,3,5-tetrachloro-4,6-dimethyl-, m-Xylene, 2,4,5,6-tetrachloro-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Tetrachloro-m-xylene?

Tetrachloro-m-xylene has the molecular formula C8H6Cl4 and a molecular weight of 243.9 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1,2,3,5-tetrachloro-4,6-dimethylbenzene.

Which grade and pack sizes of Tetrachloro-m-xylene can I order?

We supply Tetrachloro-m-xylene, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Tetrachloro-m-xylene?

Yes. Every lot of Tetrachloro-m-xylene 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 Tetrachloro-m-xylene be shipped internationally?

Yes. Tetrachloro-m-xylene 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.