3-Methylbenzyl chloride, 98%
Synonyms: α-Chloro-m-xylene · m-Xylyl chloride · m-Methylbenzyl chloride · m-(Chloromethyl)toluene
3-Methylbenzyl chloride (CAS 620-19-9) – halogenated building block, 98%. C8H9Cl, MW 140.61. From Vaqora Chemicals, with COA and worldwide delivery.
About 3-Methylbenzyl chloride, 98%
Vaqora Chemicals supplies 3-Methylbenzyl chloride, a halogenated building block registered under CAS number 620-19-9 with a typical assay of 98%. Its molecular formula is C8H9Cl and its molecular weight is 140.61 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 1-(chloromethyl)-3-methylbenzene. It is also known as α-Chloro-m-xylene or m-Xylyl chloride.
The product is provided as a liquid. Key physical data: a boiling point of 195-196 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.
Typical applications include cross-coupling substrates, alkylation reactions, organic synthesis and pharmaceutical synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and agrochemical production.
Standard pack sizes are 25 g, 100 g and 500 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.
Typical applications
- Cross-coupling substrates
- Alkylation reactions
- Organic synthesis
- Pharmaceutical synthesis
Industries
Specifications & identifiers
| Product name | 3-Methylbenzyl chloride, 98% |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | VQ-010417 |
| CAS Number | 620-19-9 |
| IUPAC name | 1-(chloromethyl)-3-methylbenzene |
| Molecular formula | C8H9Cl |
| Molecular weight | 140.61 g/mol |
| Exact mass | 140.0393 |
| Purity / assay | 98% |
| HSN code | 29335990 |
| InChIKey | LZBOHNCMCCSTJX-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | CC1=CC(=CC=C1)CCl |
| PubChem CID | 12102 |
| Physical form | Liquid |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Liquid |
| Boiling point | 195-196 °C |
| LogP (XLogP3) | 2.9 |
| H-bond donors / acceptors | 0 / 0 |
| TPSA | 0 Ų |
| Synonyms | α-Chloro-m-xylene, m-Xylyl chloride, m-Methylbenzyl chloride, m-(Chloromethyl)toluene, 3-(Chloromethyl)toluene, Benzene, 1-(chloromethyl)-3-methyl-, .alpha.-Chloro-m-xylene, m-Xylyl-.alpha.-chloride, m-Xylyl-alpha-chloride, 3-methylphenylmethyl chloride, 1-Methyl-3-chloromethylbenzene, m-Xylene, alpha-chloro- |
Safety & hazard information (GHS)
Signal word: Danger
Hazard statements
H302Harmful if swallowedH314Causes severe skin burns and eye damageH315Causes skin irritationH319Causes serious eye irritationH335May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P363, P403 + P233, P405
Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of 3-Methylbenzyl chloride, 98%?
The CAS Registry Number of 3-Methylbenzyl chloride, 98% is 620-19-9. It is also known as α-Chloro-m-xylene, m-Xylyl chloride, m-Methylbenzyl chloride.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methylbenzyl chloride, 98%?
3-Methylbenzyl chloride, 98% has the molecular formula C8H9Cl and a molecular weight of 140.61 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-(chloromethyl)-3-methylbenzene.
Which grade and pack sizes of 3-Methylbenzyl chloride, 98% can I order?
We supply 3-Methylbenzyl chloride, 98% in (98%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.
Do you provide a COA and SDS with 3-Methylbenzyl chloride, 98%?
Yes. Every lot of 3-Methylbenzyl chloride, 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-Methylbenzyl chloride, 98% be shipped internationally?
Yes. 3-Methylbenzyl chloride, 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.
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