4-Methylbenzoyl chloride, 98%

Name: 4-Methylbenzoyl chloride, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-009104

About 4-Methylbenzoyl chloride, 98%

Listed under CAS 874-60-2, 4-Methylbenzoyl chloride is an acylating agent available from Vaqora Chemicals, specified at 98% purity. With the molecular formula C8H7ClO, it has a molar mass of 154.59 g/mol. It is also known as p-Toluoyl chloride or p-Methylbenzoyl chloride.

It is supplied as a colourless to light yellow liquid. Key physical data: a boiling point of 216 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

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

Available in 100 g and 500 g packs, 4-Methylbenzoyl chloride is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4-Methylbenzoyl chloride, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-009104
CAS Number	874-60-2
IUPAC name	4-methylbenzoyl chloride
Molecular formula	C₈H₇ClO
Molecular weight	154.59 g/mol
Exact mass	154.0185
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29399900
InChIKey	NQUVCRCCRXRJCK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)Cl
PubChem CID	13405

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to light yellow liquid
Boiling point	216 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	3.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	17.1 Å²
Synonyms	p-Toluoyl chloride, p-Methylbenzoyl chloride, Benzoyl chloride, 4-methyl-, 4-Toluoyl chloride, p-Toluic acid chloride, p-Toluyl chloride, 4-Methylbenzoic acid chloride, 4-09-00-01733 (Beilstein Handbook Reference), 4-Methylbenzoylchloride, 4-Methyl-Benzoyl Chloride, 4-toluoylchloride, p-toloyl chloride

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H290May be corrosive to metals
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318Causes serious eye damage

Precautionary statements: P234, P260, P264, P264 + P265, P280, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P321, P363, P390, P405, P406, 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 4-Methylbenzoyl chloride, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 4-Methylbenzoyl chloride, 98% is 874-60-2. It is also known as p-Toluoyl chloride, p-Methylbenzoyl chloride, Benzoyl chloride, 4-methyl-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methylbenzoyl chloride, 98%?

4-Methylbenzoyl chloride, 98% has the molecular formula C8H7ClO and a molecular weight of 154.59 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-methylbenzoyl chloride.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4-Methylbenzoyl chloride, 98% can I order?

We supply 4-Methylbenzoyl chloride, 98% in (98%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4-Methylbenzoyl chloride, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 4-Methylbenzoyl 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 4-Methylbenzoyl chloride, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4-Methylbenzoyl 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.