3-Methyl benzoyl chloride

Name: 3-Methyl benzoyl chloride
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-040065

About 3-Methyl benzoyl chloride

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 3-Methyl benzoyl chloride, an acylating agent registered under CAS number 1711-06-4. With the molecular formula C8H7ClO, it has a molar mass of 154.59 g/mol. Common synonyms include m-Toluoyl Chloride and Benzoyl chloride, 3-methyl-.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 3-Methyl benzoyl chloride in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports 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	3-Methyl benzoyl chloride
Catalogue No.	VQ-040065
CAS Number	1711-06-4
IUPAC name	3-methylbenzoyl chloride
Molecular formula	C₈H₇ClO
Molecular weight	154.59 g/mol
Exact mass	154.0185
InChIKey	YHOYYHYBFSYOSQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC(=CC=C1)C(=O)Cl
PubChem CID	74375

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	3.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	17.1 Å²
Synonyms	m-Toluoyl Chloride, Benzoyl chloride, 3-methyl-, m-toluenecarbonyl chloride, meta-toluoyl chloride, m-Methylbenzoyl chloride, 3-Toluoyl chloride, Toluoyl chloride, m-Toluyl chloride, Meta methyl benzoyl chloride, 3-toluoylchloride

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P264, P271, P280, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P319, P321, P363, 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-Methyl benzoyl chloride?

The CAS Registry Number of 3-Methyl benzoyl chloride is 1711-06-4. It is also known as m-Toluoyl Chloride, Benzoyl chloride, 3-methyl-, m-toluenecarbonyl chloride.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methyl benzoyl chloride?

3-Methyl benzoyl chloride has the molecular formula C8H7ClO and a molecular weight of 154.59 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-methylbenzoyl chloride.

Which grade and pack sizes of 3-Methyl benzoyl chloride can I order?

We supply 3-Methyl benzoyl 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 3-Methyl benzoyl chloride?

Yes. Every lot of 3-Methyl benzoyl 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 3-Methyl benzoyl chloride be shipped internationally?

Yes. 3-Methyl benzoyl 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.