2-Cyanobenzyl Chloride

Name: 2-Cyanobenzyl Chloride
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-050146

About 2-Cyanobenzyl Chloride

Listed under CAS 612-13-5, 2-Cyanobenzyl Chloride is a nitrile building block available from Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C8H6ClN and its molecular weight is 151.59 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-(chloromethyl)benzonitrile. Common synonyms include Benzonitrile, 2-(chloromethyl)- and alpha-Chloro-o-tolunitrile.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Cyanobenzyl Chloride
Catalogue No.	VQ-050146
CAS Number	612-13-5
IUPAC name	2-(chloromethyl)benzonitrile
Molecular formula	C₈H₆ClN
Molecular weight	151.59 g/mol
Exact mass	151.0189
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	ZSHNOXOGXHXLAV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C(=C1)CCl)C#N
PubChem CID	69152

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	2.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	23.8 Å²
Synonyms	Benzonitrile, 2-(chloromethyl)-, alpha-Chloro-o-tolunitrile, o-(Chloromethyl)benzonitrile, o-Cyanobenzylchloride, o-Tolunitrile, alpha-chloro-, Benzonitrile, 2-(chloromethyl)-(9CI), 2-Chloromethylbenzonitrile, 2-Chloromethyl-benzonitrile, o-cyanobenzyl chloride, Benzonitrile, 2-(chloromethyl)- (9CI), o-chloromethylbenzonitrile

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P319, P321, P330, P332 + 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-Cyanobenzyl Chloride?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Cyanobenzyl Chloride is 612-13-5. It is also known as Benzonitrile, 2-(chloromethyl)-, alpha-Chloro-o-tolunitrile, o-(Chloromethyl)benzonitrile.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Cyanobenzyl Chloride?

2-Cyanobenzyl Chloride has the molecular formula C8H6ClN and a molecular weight of 151.59 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-(chloromethyl)benzonitrile.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Cyanobenzyl Chloride can I order?

We supply 2-Cyanobenzyl Chloride, 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 2-Cyanobenzyl Chloride?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Cyanobenzyl Chloride 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-Cyanobenzyl Chloride be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Cyanobenzyl Chloride 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.