Description

Vinylbenzyl Chloride is a versatile and highly reactive bifunctional monomer containing both a vinyl group and a benzyl chloride moiety. This unique structure makes it a critical building block for the synthesis of advanced polymers and functional materials, offering exceptional cross-linking capabilities and chemical modification sites. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D teams in the polymer, specialty chemical, and life sciences sectors seeking to develop high-performance resins, ion-exchange materials, and tailored macromolecular architectures.

Application

• Synthesis of Ion-Exchange and Chelating Resins: A key monomer for producing strong anion exchange resins and resins with specific metal-binding functionalities.
• Production of Functional Polymers and Coatings: Used to create cross-linked polymers, epoxy resins, and coatings with enhanced thermal stability, chemical resistance, and adhesion properties.
• Modification of Silica and Other Surfaces: Acts as a silane coupling agent analog for surface functionalization, enabling the grafting of polymer chains onto inorganic substrates.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates and Drug Delivery Systems: Serves as a precursor in synthesizing specialized drug carriers and controlled-release polymer matrices.
• Preparation of Polymer Supports for Solid-Phase Synthesis: Essential for creating functionalized beads and supports used in peptide, oligonucleotide, and combinatorial chemistry.
• Adhesive and Sealant Formulations: Imparts reactivity and cross-linking density to high-performance adhesive systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Vinylbenzyl Chloride
CAS No.	30030-25-2
Molecular Formula	C9H9Cl
Molecular Weight	152.62 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Vinylbenzyl Chloride; 1-(Chloromethyl)-4-vinylbenzene; p-Vinylbenzyl Chloride; (4-Vinylphenyl)methyl Chloride; VBC; 4-Ethenylbenzyl Chloride; Chloromethyl Styrene (mixed isomers); p-Chloromethylstyrene
EINECS	250-001-6

Quality Control

Our Vinylbenzyl Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced polymer synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its reactive benzyl chloride group and light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light, heat, or moisture should be avoided. Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomer Ratio (para/meta)	≥ 95/5
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Color (APHA)	≤ 50

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.