3-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 98%

Name: 3-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010003

About 3-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 98%

3-Chlorobenzyl alcohol is an alcohol building block carrying the CAS registry number 873-63-2 at a purity of 98%. The compound has the formula C7H7ClO, corresponding to a molecular weight of 142.58 g/mol. The IUPAC name is (3-chlorophenyl)methanol. Common synonyms include 3-Chlorobenzyl alcohol 98% and Benzenemethanol, 3-chloro-.

It is supplied as a colourless liquid. Key physical data: a density of 1.211 g/mL at 25 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. 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. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 5 g, 25 g and 50 g packs, 3-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	3-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-010003
CAS Number	873-63-2
IUPAC name	(3-chlorophenyl)methanol
Molecular formula	C₇H₇ClO
Molecular weight	142.58 g/mol
Exact mass	142.0185
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29062990
InChIKey	ZSRDNPVYGSFUMD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=CC(=C1)Cl)CO
PubChem CID	70117

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Density	1.211 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
Synonyms	3-Chlorobenzyl alcohol 98%, Benzenemethanol, 3-chloro-, m-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 3-chlorobenzylalcohol, 3-Chlorobenzenemethanol, 3-chloro-benzyl alcohol, (3-chlorophenyl)-methanol, (3-Chlorophenyl)methanol #, 3-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 98%, (3-chlorophenyl)methan-1-ol, m-chlorob, m-chlorobenzylalcohol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P273, 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 3-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 3-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 98% is 873-63-2. It is also known as 3-Chlorobenzyl alcohol 98%, Benzenemethanol, 3-chloro-, m-Chlorobenzyl alcohol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 98%?

3-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 98% has the molecular formula C7H7ClO and a molecular weight of 142.58 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (3-chlorophenyl)methanol.

Which grade and pack sizes of 3-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 98% can I order?

We supply 3-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 98% in (98%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 50 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 3-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 3-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 98% 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 3-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 3-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 98% 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.