Description

3-Chlorobenzyl Chloride is a versatile and reactive organic intermediate of significant commercial importance. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a chloromethyl group and an aromatic chloride, makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop advanced products.

Application

• Agrochemical Synthesis: A key precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and various drug candidates.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for producing complex colorants and optical brighteners.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty resins and polymers.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Employed in the synthesis of advanced electronic and display materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis in R&D laboratories for creating novel compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chlorobenzyl Chloride
CAS No.	620-20-2
Molecular Formula	C7H6Cl2
Molecular Weight	161.03 g/mol
Synonyms	m-Chlorobenzyl Chloride; 1-(Chloromethyl)-3-chlorobenzene; 3-Chlorobenzylchloride; α,3-Dichlorotoluene; m-Chlorobenzylchloride; (3-Chlorophenyl)methyl chloride; 3-Chloro-α-chlorotoluene; Benzene, 1-(chloromethyl)-3-chloro-
EINECS	210-634-6

Quality Control

Our 3-Chlorobenzyl Chloride is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat and incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic and reactive nature, the container should be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term storage to maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	≤ 2.0% total

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