2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 99%

Name: 2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-009978

About 2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 99%

Listed under CAS 17849-38-6, 2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol is an alcohol building block available from Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of 99%. The compound has the formula C7H7ClO, corresponding to a molecular weight of 142.58 g/mol. Systematically, it is named (2-chlorophenyl)methanol. Alternative names: Benzenemethanol, 2-chloro- and o-Chlorobenzyl alcohol.

It is supplied as white to tan powder or crystals. Reported physical data include a melting point of 69-71 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 g, 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg packs, 2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-009978
CAS Number	17849-38-6
IUPAC name	(2-chlorophenyl)methanol
Molecular formula	C₇H₇ClO
Molecular weight	142.58 g/mol
Exact mass	142.0185
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29062990
InChIKey	MBYQPPXEXWRMQC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C(=C1)CO)Cl
PubChem CID	28810

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to tan powder or crystals
Melting point	69-71 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
Synonyms	Benzenemethanol, 2-chloro-, o-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 2-Chlorobenzenemethanol, Benzyl alcohol, o-chloro-, ortho-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, (2-Chloro-phenyl)-methanol, (2-chlorophenyl)methan-1-ol, 2-chlorobenzylalcohol, 2-chlorophenylmethanol, Benzenemethanol, ar-chloro-, o-Chlorobenzenemethanol, 2-chloro-benzyl alcohol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, 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 2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 99% is 17849-38-6. It is also known as Benzenemethanol, 2-chloro-, o-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 2-Chlorobenzenemethanol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 99%?

2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 99% has the molecular formula C7H7ClO and a molecular weight of 142.58 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2-chlorophenyl)methanol.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 99% can I order?

We supply 2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 99% in (99%) grade, in 10 g, 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 2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 99% 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-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 99% 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.