o-Dichlorobenzene (ODCB)

Name: o-Dichlorobenzene (ODCB)
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002042

About o-Dichlorobenzene (ODCB)

o-Dichlorobenzene (ODCB) (CAS 95-50-1) is an industrial solvent offered by Vaqora Chemicals in Industrial grade, specified at 99.90% purity. The compound has the formula C6H4Cl2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 147.0 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 1,2-dichlorobenzene. It is also known as o-Dichlorobenzene or ortho-Dichlorobenzene.

It is supplied as a liquid. 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 industrial reaction medium, paints and coatings thinning and cleaning and degreasing. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research, pharmaceutical manufacturing and paints and coatings.

Standard pack sizes are 25 kg, 50 kg, 200 kg drum and 1 MT, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Industrial reaction medium
Paints & coatings thinning
Cleaning & degreasing

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	o-Dichlorobenzene (ODCB)
Catalogue No.	VQ-002042
CAS Number	95-50-1
IUPAC name	1,2-dichlorobenzene
Molecular formula	C₆H₄Cl₂
Molecular weight	147 g/mol
Exact mass	145.969
Grade	Industrial
Purity / assay	99.90%
HSN code	29039120
InChIKey	RFFLAFLAYFXFSW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C(=C1)Cl)Cl
PubChem CID	7239

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Liquid
LogP (XLogP3)	3.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
Synonyms	o-Dichlorobenzene, ortho-Dichlorobenzene, o-Dichlorbenzol, 2-Dichlorobenzene, Dilantin DB, o-Dichlorobenzol, Orthodichlorobenzol, Dizene, Orthodichlorobenzene, o-Dichlorbenzene, Dowtherm E, o-Dichlor benzol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, 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

Other grades of CAS 95-50-1

Synthesis

1,2-Dichlorobenzene, 98%

CAS: 95-50-1
Formula: C₆H₄Cl₂
MW: 147 g/mol

VQ-001944

HPLC

1,2-Dichlorobenzene, for HPLC

CAS: 95-50-1
Formula: C₆H₄Cl₂
MW: 147 g/mol

VQ-001709

AR

1,2-Dichlorobenzene, GR 99%+

CAS: 95-50-1
Formula: C₆H₄Cl₂
MW: 147 g/mol

VQ-001759

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of o-Dichlorobenzene (ODCB)?

The CAS Registry Number of o-Dichlorobenzene (ODCB) is 95-50-1. It is also known as o-Dichlorobenzene, ortho-Dichlorobenzene, o-Dichlorbenzol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of o-Dichlorobenzene (ODCB)?

o-Dichlorobenzene (ODCB) has the molecular formula C6H4Cl2 and a molecular weight of 147 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1,2-dichlorobenzene.

Which grade and pack sizes of o-Dichlorobenzene (ODCB) can I order?

We supply o-Dichlorobenzene (ODCB) in Industrial (99.90%) grade, in 25 kg, 50 kg, 200 kg drum, 1 MT packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with o-Dichlorobenzene (ODCB)?

Yes. Every lot of o-Dichlorobenzene (ODCB) 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 o-Dichlorobenzene (ODCB) be shipped internationally?

Yes. o-Dichlorobenzene (ODCB) 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.