Description

Benzylchloride (CAS NO 100-47-7) is a versatile and highly reactive organic chloride, serving as a fundamental benzylating agent in industrial organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to introduce the benzyl group into target molecules, making it an indispensable intermediate for a wide range of downstream chemical products. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, dye, and fragrance industries seeking reliable, high-purity building blocks for their processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key starting material for the synthesis of antibiotics, antihistamines, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of triarylmethane and other complex dyes.
• Perfumery and Fragrance Industry: Precursor for benzyl esters and other compounds used in synthetic fragrances.
• Quaternary Ammonium Compounds (Quats): Reactant for manufacturing benzalkonium chloride and other cationic surfactants used as disinfectants and fabric softeners.
• Plasticizers and Stabilizers: Intermediate in the production of additives for plastics and polymers.
• Photographic Chemicals: Used in the synthesis of certain photographic developers and sensitizers.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzylchloride
CAS No.	100-47-7
Molecular Formula	C7H7Cl
Molecular Weight	126.58 g/mol
Synonyms	(Chloromethyl)benzene; α-Chlorotoluene; Benzyl Chloride; ω-Chlorotoluene; Phenylmethyl Chloride; Tolyl Chloride; Chlorophenylmethane; Benzenemethyl Chloride; NCI-C06360; UN 1738
EINECS	202-853-6

Quality Control

Our Benzylchloride is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) for assay and impurity profiling. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring material consistency under ISO and cGMP guidelines where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases, amines, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and prevent hydrolysis.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1 %
Density (at 20°C)	1.100 - 1.110 g/cm³
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.538 - 1.541
Boiling Point	179 °C

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