Benzoyl chloride, GR 99%+

Name: Benzoyl chloride, GR 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-009118

About Benzoyl chloride, GR 99%+

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Benzoyl chloride (AR grade), an acylating agent registered under CAS number 98-88-4 at a purity of ≥99%. The compound has the formula C7H5ClO, corresponding to a molecular weight of 140.56 g/mol. Common synonyms include Benzenecarbonyl chloride and Benzoic acid, chloride.

The material typically appears as a colourless liquid. 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 organic synthesis and API synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 500 mL, 25 kg and 160 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Benzoyl chloride, GR 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-009118
CAS Number	98-88-4
IUPAC name	benzoyl chloride
Molecular formula	C₇H₅ClO
Molecular weight	140.56 g/mol
Exact mass	140.0029
Grade	AR
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29163200
InChIKey	PASDCCFISLVPSO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)Cl
PubChem CID	7412

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
LogP (XLogP3)	2.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	17.1 Å²
UN number	UN 1736
Synonyms	Benzenecarbonyl chloride, Benzoic acid, chloride, alpha-Chlorobenzaldehyde, benzoic acid chloride, Benzaldehyde, alpha-chloro-, Benzoylchloride, a-Chlorobenzaldehyde, Benzaldehyde, .alpha.-chloro-, Benzoyl chloride, ReagentPlus(R), >=99%, benzoyl chlorid, benzoyl choride, bezoyl chloride

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H332Harmful if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P264, P270, P271, P272, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P321, P330, P333 + P317, P362 + P364, P363, 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

Other grades of CAS 98-88-4

Synthesis

Benzoyl chloride, 98%

CAS: 98-88-4
Formula: C₇H₅ClO
MW: 140.56 g/mol

VQ-009117

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Benzoyl chloride, GR 99%+?

The CAS Registry Number of Benzoyl chloride, GR 99%+ is 98-88-4. It is also known as Benzenecarbonyl chloride, Benzoic acid, chloride, alpha-Chlorobenzaldehyde.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzoyl chloride, GR 99%+?

Benzoyl chloride, GR 99%+ has the molecular formula C7H5ClO and a molecular weight of 140.56 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is benzoyl chloride.

Which grade and pack sizes of Benzoyl chloride, GR 99%+ can I order?

We supply Benzoyl chloride, GR 99%+ in AR (≥99%) grade, in 500 mL, 25 kg, 160 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Benzoyl chloride, GR 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of Benzoyl chloride, GR 99%+ 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 Benzoyl chloride, GR 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. Benzoyl chloride, GR 99%+ is classified as hazardous (UN 1736), 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.