1-Chloro-4-(chlorophenylmethyl)benzene

Name: 1-Chloro-4-(chlorophenylmethyl)benzene
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-012857

About 1-Chloro-4-(chlorophenylmethyl)benzene

1-Chloro-4-(chlorophenylmethyl)benzene is a process intermediate or related compound of Levocetirizine carrying the CAS registry number 134-83-8. With the molecular formula C13H10Cl2, it has a molar mass of 237.12 g/mol. Common synonyms include Chloro(p-chlorophenyl)phenylmethane and p-Chlorobenzhydryl chloride.

It is supplied as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 6 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is a process intermediate or related compound in the synthesis of Levocetirizine, useful for route development, impurity fate-and-purge studies and analytical method development. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, 1-Chloro-4-(chlorophenylmethyl)benzene is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. Stock is available for quick dispatch.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Industries

Related to Levocetirizine

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	1-Chloro-4-(chlorophenylmethyl)benzene
Catalogue No.	VQ-012857
CAS Number	134-83-8
IUPAC name	1-chloro-4-[chloro(phenyl)methyl]benzene
Molecular formula	C₁₃H₁₀Cl₂
Molecular weight	237.12 g/mol
Exact mass	236.016
Grade	Reference Standard
InChIKey	ALKWTKGPKKAZMN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(C2=CC=C(C=C2)Cl)Cl
PubChem CID	241584

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	5.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
Synonyms	Chloro(p-chlorophenyl)phenylmethane, p-Chlorobenzhydryl chloride, 4-chlorobenzydryl chloride, 4-Chlorobenzhydryl chloride, Benzene, 1-chloro-4-(chlorophenylmethyl)-, p-chlorophenyl phenyl chloromethane, p-chlorophenyl-phenyl-methylchloride, 4-Chlorobenzhydrylchloride, 1-Chloro-4-(chloro(phenyl)methyl)benzene, Chloro(4-chlorophenyl)phenylmethane, Methane, chloro(p-chlorophenyl)phenyl-, 4-chloro-1-(chlorophenylmethyl)benzene

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H318Causes serious eye damage
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P272, P273, P280, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P319, P321, P333 + P317, P362 + P364, 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.

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-4-(chlorophenylmethyl)benzene?

The CAS Registry Number of 1-Chloro-4-(chlorophenylmethyl)benzene is 134-83-8. It is also known as Chloro(p-chlorophenyl)phenylmethane, p-Chlorobenzhydryl chloride, 4-chlorobenzydryl chloride.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Chloro-4-(chlorophenylmethyl)benzene?

1-Chloro-4-(chlorophenylmethyl)benzene has the molecular formula C13H10Cl2 and a molecular weight of 237.12 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-chloro-4-[chloro(phenyl)methyl]benzene.

What is 1-Chloro-4-(chlorophenylmethyl)benzene used for?

1-Chloro-4-(chlorophenylmethyl)benzene is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Levocetirizine. 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-4-(chlorophenylmethyl)benzene can I order?

We supply 1-Chloro-4-(chlorophenylmethyl)benzene in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg, 500 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 1-Chloro-4-(chlorophenylmethyl)benzene?

Yes. Every lot of 1-Chloro-4-(chlorophenylmethyl)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-4-(chlorophenylmethyl)benzene be shipped internationally?

Yes. 1-Chloro-4-(chlorophenylmethyl)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.