(1-Chloroethyl)benzene

Name: (1-Chloroethyl)benzene
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-050286

About (1-Chloroethyl)benzene

Listed under CAS 672-65-1, (1-Chloroethyl)benzene is a halogenated building block available from Vaqora Chemicals. The compound has the formula C8H9Cl, corresponding to a molecular weight of 140.61 g/mol. Alternative names: 1-Phenylethyl chloride and Benzene, (1-chloroethyl)-.

Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for cross-coupling substrates, alkylation reactions and organic synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and agrochemical production.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies (1-Chloroethyl)benzene 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.

Typical applications

Cross-coupling substrates
Alkylation reactions
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	(1-Chloroethyl)benzene
Catalogue No.	VQ-050286
CAS Number	672-65-1
IUPAC name	1-chloroethylbenzene
Molecular formula	C₈H₉Cl
Molecular weight	140.61 g/mol
Exact mass	140.0393
InChIKey	GTLWADFFABIGAE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(C1=CC=CC=C1)Cl
PubChem CID	12648

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	2.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
Synonyms	1-Phenylethyl chloride, Benzene, (1-chloroethyl)-, alpha-Phenylethyl chloride, (RS)-Phenethyl chloride, .alpha.-Phenylethyl chloride, alpha-Methylbenzyl chloride, .alpha.-Methylbenzyl chloride, 1-Phenyl-1-chloroethane, (chloroethyl)benzene, alpha-Phenylethyl chloride, (+/-)-, .alpha.-Phenethyl chloride, (.alpha.-Chloroethyl)benzene

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapor
H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P284, P302 + P352, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P342 + P316, P362 + P364, P370 + P378

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-Chloroethyl)benzene?

The CAS Registry Number of (1-Chloroethyl)benzene is 672-65-1. It is also known as 1-Phenylethyl chloride, Benzene, (1-chloroethyl)-, alpha-Phenylethyl chloride.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of (1-Chloroethyl)benzene?

(1-Chloroethyl)benzene has the molecular formula C8H9Cl and a molecular weight of 140.61 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-chloroethylbenzene.

Which grade and pack sizes of (1-Chloroethyl)benzene can I order?

We supply (1-Chloroethyl)benzene, 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 (1-Chloroethyl)benzene?

Yes. Every lot of (1-Chloroethyl)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-Chloroethyl)benzene be shipped internationally?

Yes. (1-Chloroethyl)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.