Description

&,&,&-Trichlorotoluene 98% is a versatile chlorinated aromatic compound, also known as α,α,α-Trichlorotoluene or Benzotrichloride, serving as a critical intermediate in organic synthesis. Its high purity of 98% ensures consistent reactivity and yield, making it a reliable building block for downstream chemical manufacturing. This product is essential for industries such as agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and dye manufacturing, where precise chlorination and functional group introduction are required.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a reagent for introducing the trichloromethyl group or benzoyl moiety in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate in the production of triphenylmethane and other complex dyes.
• Organic Peroxide Production: Acts as a starting material for benzoyl peroxide and related compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in laboratories for method development and novel compound synthesis.
• Polymer Additives: Used in the manufacture of UV stabilizers and other specialty polymer modifiers.

Basic Information

Product Name	&,&,&-Trichlorotoluene 98%
CAS No.	35-98-3
Molecular Formula	C7H5Cl3
Molecular Weight	195.47 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzotrichloride; α,α,α-Trichlorotoluene; (Trichloromethyl)benzene; Phenylchloroform; Toluene Trichloride; Benzenyl Chloride; Benzenyl Trichloride; Benzylidyne Trichloride
EINECS	200-617-8

Quality Control

Our &,&,&-Trichlorotoluene 98% is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the declared specification. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your procurement standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture ingress. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.37 - 1.38
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.557 - 1.560

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