Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is an organochlorine compound with the formula C7H5ClO.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is a colourless, fuming liquid with an irritating odour, and consists of a benzene ring (C6H6) with an acyl chloride (−C(=O)Cl) substituent.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is mainly useful for the production of peroxides but is generally useful in other areas such as in the preparation of dyes, perfumes, pharmaceuticals, and resins.
CAS number: 98-88-4
EC number: 202-710-8
Chemical formula: C₆H₅COCl
Molar Mass: 140.57 g/mol
What is Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride)?
The chemical formula of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is C7H5ClO.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is a colourless liquid, boiling point 198°,fuming in moist air.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) has a pungent odour and its vapour causes profuse watering of eyes and nose.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is practically insoluble in water.
Description and Uses of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is a clear, colorless, fuming liquid with a pungent odor.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is used in making other chemicals, dyes, perfumes, herbicides and medicines.
Physical Description of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) appears as a colorless fuming liquid with a pungent odor.
Flash point of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is 162 °F.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is irritating to skin and eyes.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is corrosive to metals and tissue.
Density of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is 10.2 lb / gal.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is used in medicine and in the manufacture of other chemicals.
Preparation of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is prepared most conveniently in the laboratory by distilling benzoic acid with phosphorus pentachloride or with thionyl chloride.
C6H5COOH + PCI5 → C6H5COCl + POCl3 + HCI
C6H5COOH + SOCl2 → C6H5COCl + SO2 + HCI
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is also produced by the action of carbonyl chloride on benzene in the presence of anhydrous aluminium chloride (Friedel Crafts reaction).
C6H6 + ClCOCl → C6H5COCl + HCI
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is made commercially by chlorination of boiling benzaldehyde.
C6H5CHO + Cl2 → C6H5COCl + HCI
Chemical Properties of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is slowly hydrolysed by hot water to form benzoic acid.
C6H5COCl + H2O → C6H5COOH + HCI
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) reacts with alcohol and phenol to form esters.
C6H5COCl + C2H5OH → C6H5COOC2H5 + HCI
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) undergoes Friedel Craft acylation in presence of anhydrous aluminium chloride.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) reacts with benzene formed benzophenone.
C6H5COCl + C6H6 → C6H5COC6H5 + HCI
Uses of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is used in tear gases to disperse mobs.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is mainly useful for the production of peroxides.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is also useful for preparation of dyes, perfumes, pharmaceuticals, and resins.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is also used in photography and artificial tannin production.
Properties of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Chemical Formula : C7H5ClO
Molar Mass/ Molecular Weight: 140.57 grams/mol
Density: 1.21grams/cm3
Melting Point: −1 °C (272 K)
Boiling Point: 197.2 °C (470.3 K)
Appearance : colourless liquid
Frequently Asked Questions-FAQs about Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
What is the difference between benzyl chloride and Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride)?
Benzyl chloride is an aromatic halide having chemical formula C6H5CH2Cl .
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is acyl chloride having chemical formula C6H5COCl.
2. How do you get Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride)?
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is produced by the action of carbonyl chloride on benzene in the presence of anhydrous aluminium chloride (Friedel Crafts reaction).
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) can also be produced by reaction of benzoic acid with phosphorus pentachloride.
3. Is Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) soluble in water?
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is slightly soluble in water, easily soluble in organic solvents like alcohols, acetone, etc.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) reacts with hot water to produce benzoic acid
4. What is the action of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) on ethanamine?
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) reacts with ethylamine to produce N- Ethyl benzamide: C6H5COCl + C2H5NH2 → C6H5CONHC2H5 + HCl.
5. How is benzoic acid obtained from Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride)?
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) reacts with hot water to produce benzoic acid and hydrochloric acid: C6H5COCl + H2O → C6H5CO2H + HCl.
Applications of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) may be used in the synthesis of the following organic building blocks:
N,N-diethylbenzamide via condensation with diethylamine N-2-bromophenylbenzamide by reacting with 2-bromoaniline via N-benzoylation propargyl benzoate via O-benzoylation of propargyl alcohol.
Physical and Chemical Properties of Benzoyl chloride:
Benzoyl chlorides pure product is a colorless and transparent flammable liquid, which is smoking exposed to air in the air.
In Industry, Benzoyl chloride is slightly pale yellow, with a strong pungent odor.
Benzoyl chlorides steam has a strong stimulating effect for eye mucous membranes, skin and respiratory tract, by stimulating the mucous membranes and eyes tear.
Benzoyl chloride Melting point is-1.0 ℃, boiling point is 197.2 ℃, and the relative density is 1.212 (20 ℃), while a flash point is 72 ℃, and refractive index (n20) is 1.554.
Benzoyl chloride is soluble in the ether, chloroform, benzene and carbon disulfide.
Benzoyl chloride can gradually decomposed in water or ethanol, ammonia, which generates benzoic acid, generating benzamide, ethyl benzoate and hydrogen chloride.
In the laboratory, Benzoyl chloride can be obtained by distillation of benzoic acid and phosphorus pentachloride under anhydrous conditions.
Industrial production process can be obtained by the use of thionyl chloride benzaldehyde.
Benzoyl chloride is an important intermediate for preparing dyes, perfumes, organic peroxides, resins and drugs.
Benzoyl chloride is also used in photography and artificial tannin production, which was formerly used as an irritant gas in chemical warfare.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is a colourless, fuming liquid with an irritating odour, and consists of a benzene ring (C6H6) with an acyl chloride (−C(=O)Cl) substituent.
KEYWORDS:
98-88-4, 202-710-8, Benzaldehyde .alpha.-chloro-, CHEBI:82275, VTY8706W36, benzoylchlorid, CCRIS 802, Benzoyl chloride ReagentPlus(R) >=99%, a-Chlorobenzaldehyde, Hexahydrobenzoyl chloride
Linear Formula:
C6H5COCl
CAS Number:
98-88-4
Molecular Weight:
140.57
Beilstein:
471389
Applications of Benzoyl chloride:
Used for dye intermediates, initiator, UV absorbers, rubber additives, medicine etc.
Benzoyl chloride is intermediate of herbicide metamitron, and insecticide propargite, benzene hydrazine or intermediate food.
Benzoyl chloride is used for organic synthesis, dye and pharmaceutical raw material, manufacturing initiator benzoyl peroxide, t-butyl peroxybenzoate, pesticides and herbicides.
Benzoyl chloride is an important benzoyl and benzyl reagent.
Most of benzoyl chloride is used in the production of benzoyl peroxide, and secondly for the production of benzophenone, benzyl benzoate, benzyl cellulose.
Benzoyl peroxide catalyzes polymerization initiator for the monomer plastic, polyester, epoxy, acrylic resin production, self-curing agent, which is a glass fiber material, fluorine rubber, silicone crosslinking agents, oil refined, bleached flour, fiber decolorizing.
Further reaction with the acid chloride can also produce acid anhydride, and benzoic acid anhydride is the main purpose for acylation agents, which can also be used as a bleaching agent and flux of a component, as well as it can also be used for the preparation of benzoyl peroxide over.
EC Number:
202-710-8
MDL number:
MFCD00000653
PubChem Substance ID:
24855444
NACRES:
NA.21
Preparation of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is produced from benzotrichloride using either water or benzoic acid:
C6H5CCl3 + H2O -> C6H5COCl + 2 HCl
C6H5CCl3 + C6H5CO2H -> 2 C6H5COCl + HCl
As with other acyl chlorides, Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) can be generated from the parent acid and standard chlorinating agents such as phosphorus pentachloride, thionyl chloride, and oxalyl chloride.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) was first prepared by treatment of benzaldehyde with chlorine.
An early method for production of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) involved chlorination of benzyl alcohol.
Reactions of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) reacts with water to produce hydrochloric acid and benzoic acid:
C6H5COCl + H2O -> C6H5COOH + HCl
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is a typical acyl chloride.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) reacts with alcohols to give the corresponding esters.
Similarly, Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) reacts with amines to give the amide.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) undergoes the Friedel-Crafts acylation with aromatic compounds to give the corresponding benzophenones and related derivatives.
With carbanions, it serves again as a source of the benzoyl cation synthon, C6H5CO+.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride), a common reagent in polymer chemistry, is produced industrially by treating Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) with hydrogen peroxide and sodium hydroxide:
2 C6H5COCl + H2O2 + 2 NaOH -> (C6H5CO)2O2 + 2 NaCl + 2 H2O
Product Information about Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
CAS number: 98-88-4
EC index number: 607-012-00-0
EC number: 202-710-8
Hill Formula: C₇H₅Cl O
Chemical formula: C₆H₅COCl
Molar Mass: 140.57 g/mol
HS Code: 2916 32 00
About Benzoyl chloride
Benzoyl chloride is registered under the REACH Regulation and is manufactured in and / or imported to the European Economic Area, at ≥ 10 000 tonnes per annum.
Benzoyl chloride is used by professional workers (widespread uses), in formulation or re-packing, at industrial sites and in manufacturing.
Consumer Uses
ECHA has no public registered data indicating whether or in which chemical products the substance might be used.
ECHA has no public registered data on the routes by which Benzoyl chloride is most likely to be released to the environment.
Article service life
ECHA has no public registered data on the routes by which Benzoyl chloride is most likely to be released to the environment.
ECHA has no public registered data indicating whether or into which articles the substance might have been processed.
Widespread uses by professional workers
Benzoyl chloride is used in the following products: laboratory chemicals and pH regulators and water treatment products.
Benzoyl chloride is used in the following areas: scientific research and development and health services.
Other release to the environment of Benzoyl chloride is likely to occur from: indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners).
Formulation or re-packing
ECHA has no public registered data indicating whether or in which chemical products the substance might be used.
Release to the environment of Benzoyl chloride can occur from industrial use: formulation of mixtures.
Uses at industrial sites
Benzoyl chloride is used in the following products: laboratory chemicals and pH regulators and water treatment products.
Benzoyl chloride has an industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates).
Benzoyl chloride is used in the following areas: scientific research and development and health services.
Benzoyl chloride is used for the manufacture of: chemicals.
Release to the environment of Benzoyl chloride can occur from industrial use: as an intermediate step in further manufacturing of another substance (use of intermediates), in processing aids at industrial sites, as processing aid and of substances in closed systems with minimal release.
Other release to the environment of Benzoyl chloride is likely to occur from: indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners).
Manufacture
ECHA has no public registered data on the routes by which Benzoyl chloride is most likely to be released to the environment.
Production Methods of Benzoyl chloride:
Benzoyl chloride can be prepared from benzoic acid by reaction with PCl5 or SOCl2, from benzaldehyde by treatment with POCl3 or SO2 Cl2, from benzotrichloride by partial hydrolysis in the presence of H2SO4 or FeCl3, from benzal chloride by treatment with oxygen in a radical source, and from several other miscellaneous reactions.
Benzoyl chloride can be reduced to benzaldehyde, oxidized to benzoyl peroxide, chlorinated to chlorobenzoyl chloride and sulfonated to m-sulfobenzoic acid.
Benzoyl chloride will undergo various reactions with organic reagents.
For example, Benzoyl chloride will add across an unsaturated (alkene or alkyne) bond in the presence of a catalyst to give the phenylchloroketone
General Descriptions of Benzoyl chloride:
A colorless fuming liquid with a pungent odor.
Flash point 162°F. Lachrymator, irritating to skin and eyes.
Corrosive to metals and tissue. Density 10.2 lb / gal.
Used in medicine and in the manufacture of other chemicals.
Physicochemical Information of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Boiling point: 197.2 °C (1013 hPa)
Density: 1.210 g/cm3 (20 °C)
Explosion limit: 2.5 - 27 %(V)
Flash point: 72 °C
Ignition temperature: 600 °C
Melting Point: -0.6 °C
pH value: 2 (1 g/l, H₂O)
Vapor pressure: 0.5 hPa (20 °C)
Description of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is widely utilized for the synthesis of peroxides.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is employed in the production of dyes and perfumes.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) also serves in the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals and resins.
Applications of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is widely utilized for the synthesis of peroxides.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is employed in the production of dyes and perfumes.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) also serves in the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals and resins.
Solubility of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is miscible with water, ether, benzene, carbon disulfide and carbon tetra chloride.
Notes about Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is moisture sensitive.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong bases and alcohols.
Preferred IUPAC name:
Benzoyl chloride
Other names:
Benzoic acid chloride (1:1)
Industry Uses of Benzoyl chloride:
-Coatings
-Finishing agents
-Intermediates
-Oxidizing/reducing agents
-Paint additives and coating additives not described by other categories
-Plasticizers
-Processing aids, not otherwise listed
Consumer Uses of Benzoyl chloride:
-Fabric, textile, and leather products not covered elsewhere
-Furniture and furnishings not covered elsewhere
-Paints and coatings
-Personal care products
-Plastic and rubber products not covered elsewhere
PROPERTIES of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
grade:
ACS reagent
Quality Level:
200
vapor density:
4.88 (vs air)
vapor pressure:
1 mmHg ( 32 °C)
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is a transparent or colorless liquid with a penetrating odor.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is miscible in ether, carbon disulfide, benzene, and oils, and decomposes in water and alcohol.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is flammable and will react with water or steam to produce heat and toxic and corrosive fumes.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) can have a violent or explosive reaction with dimethyl sulfoxide, aluminum chloride, and naphthalene.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride), is an organochlorine compound with the formula C6H5COCl.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is a colourless, fuming liquid with an irritating odour.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is also available from pharmacies since it is used a lot in lotions and cosmetic products.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is neither watched nor subject to any government control.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) could be prepared by reacting thionyl chloride or phosphorus pentachloride with benzoic acid.
assay:
98.0-100.5% (ACS specification)
99%
form:
liquid
autoignition temp.:
1056 °F
expl. lim.:
4.9 %
impurities:
≤0.002% P compounds
ign. residue:
≤0.005%
refractive index:
n20/D 1.553 (lit.)
Industry Uses of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
-Coatings
-Finishing agents
-Intermediates
-Oxidizing/reducing agents
-Paint additives and coating additives not described by other categories
-Plasticizers
-Processing aids, not otherwise listed
Consumer Uses of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
-Fabric, textile, and leather products not covered elsewhere
-Furniture and furnishings not covered elsewhere
-Paints and coatings
-Personal care products
-Plastic and rubber products not covered elsewhere
bp:
198 °C (lit.)
mp:
−1 °C (lit.)
transition temp:
freezing point −2.0-0.0 °C
density:
1.211 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
cation traces:
Fe: ≤0.001%
heavy metals (as Pb): ≤0.001%
SMILES string:
ClC(=O)c1ccccc1
InChI:
1S/C7H5ClO/c8-7(9)6-4-2-1-3-5-6/h1-5H
InChI key.
PASDCCFISLVPSO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Identifiers of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
CAS Number: 98-88-4
CHEBI:82275
ChEMBL: ChEMBL2260719
ChemSpider: 7134
ECHA InfoCard 100.002.464
EC Number: 202-710-8
KEGG: C19168
PubChem CID: 7412
RTECS number: DM6600000
UNII: VTY8706W36
UN number: 1736
CompTox Dashboard (EPA): DTXSID9026631
About Benzoyl chloride:
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is registered under the REACH Regulation and is manufactured in and / or imported to the European Economic Area, at ≥ 10 000 tonnes per annum.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is used by professional workers (widespread uses), in formulation or re-packing, at industrial sites and in manufacturing.
Consumer Uses of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
ECHA has no public registered data indicating whether or in which chemical products Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) might be used.
ECHA has no public registered data on the routes by which Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is most likely to be released to the environment.
Article service life of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
ECHA has no public registered data on the routes by which Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is most likely to be released to the environment.
ECHA has no public registered data indicating whether or into which articles Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) might have been processed.
Widespread uses by professional workers of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is used in the following products: laboratory chemicals and pH regulators and water treatment products.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is used in the following areas: scientific research and development and health services.
Other release to the environment of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is likely to occur from: indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners).
Formulation or re-packing of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
ECHA has no public registered data indicating whether or in which chemical products Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) might be used.
Release to the environment of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) can occur from industrial use: formulation of mixtures.
Uses at industrial sites of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is used in the following products: laboratory chemicals and pH regulators and water treatment products.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) has an industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates).
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is used in the following areas: scientific research and development and health services.
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is used for the manufacture of: chemicals.
Release to the environment of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) can occur from industrial use: as an intermediate step in further manufacturing of another substance (use of intermediates), in processing aids at industrial sites, as processing aid and of substances in closed systems with minimal release.
Other release to the environment of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is likely to occur from: indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners).
Manufacture of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
ECHA has no public registered data on the routes by which Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is most likely to be released to the environment.
-Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) can affect you when inhaled.
-Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) should be handled as a CARCINOGEN WITH EXTREME CAUTION.
-Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) contact can severely irritate and burn the skin and eyes.
-Inhaling Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) can irritate the nose and throat causing coughing and wheezing.
-Inhaling Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) can irritate the lungs. Higher exposures may cause a build-up of fluid in the lungs (pulmonary edema), a medical emergency.
-Repeated exposure of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) can cause skin rash, warts and reduced sense of smell and lacrimation (flow of tears).
-Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is REACTIVE and a DANGEROUS EXPLOSION HAZARD.
Formula: C7H5ClO / C6H5COCl
Molecular mass: 140.57
Boiling point: 197.2°C
Melting point: -1°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.21
Solubility in water: reaction
Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: 50
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.88
Flash point: 72°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 197.2°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 2.5-27
Sources and Potential Exposure
Sources of benzyl chloride emissions into the air include emissions or venting with other gases in industrial settings.
Emissions of benzyl chloride from floor tile plasticized by butyl benzyl phthalate have been reported.
Benzyl chloride has also been detected in emissions from the burning of polyvinyl chloride, neoprene and rigid urethane foam compounds.
Individuals may be exposed to benzyl chloride through breathing contaminated air or from exposure to water or soil that has been contaminated with benzyl chloride.
Physical Properties of Benzoyl chloride:
Benzyl chloride is a colorless liquid with a very pungent odor.
Benzyl chloride has an odor threshold of 0.044 parts per million (ppm).
Benzyl chloride is insoluble in water.
The chemical formula for benzyl chloride is C7H7Cl, and it has a molecular weight of 126.59 g/mol.
The vapor pressure for benzyl chloride is 1.20 mm Hg at 25 °C, and it has a log octanol/water partition coefficient (log Kow) of 2.70.
Properties of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Chemical formula: C7H5ClO
Molar mass: 140.57 g·mol−1
Appearance : colorless liquid
Odor: Benzaldehyde like but more pungent
Density: 1.21 g/mL, liquid
Melting point: −1 °C (30 °F; 272 K)
Boiling point: 197.2 °C (387.0 °F; 470.3 K)
Solubility in water: reacts, forms hydrogen chloride on contact with water
Magnetic susceptibility (χ): -75.8·10−6 cm3/mol
Molecular Weight: 140.56
XLogP3: 2.9
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 1
Rotatable Bond Count: 1
Exact Mass: 140.0028925
Monoisotopic Mass: 140.0028925
Topological Polar Surface Area: 17.1 Ų
Heavy Atom Count: 9
Formal Charge: 0
Complexity: 106
Isotope Atom Count: 0
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
Defined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
Compound Is Canonicalized: Yes
Chemical Name: Benzoyl Chloride
Synonyms:
α-Chlorobenzaldehyde; Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride); Benzoic Acid Chloride; Phenylcarbonyl Chloride; BzCl
CAS Number: 98-88-4
Molecular Formula: C₇H₅ClO
Appearance: Colourless Oil
Molecular Weight: 140.57
Storage: 4°C, Inert atmosphere
Solubility: Acetonitrile (Slightly), Chloroform (Sparingly)
Stability: Moisture Sensitive
Category: Building Blocks; Miscellaneous;
CAS: 98-88-4
Molecular Formula: C7H5ClO
Molecular Weight (g/mol): 140.566
MDL Number: MFCD00000653
InChI Key: PASDCCFISLVPSO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonym:
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride), benzoic acid, chloride, benzoylchloride, alpha-chlorobenzaldehyde, benzoic acid chloride, benzoylchlorid, benzaldehyde, alpha-chloro, a-chlorobenzaldehyde, ccris 802, unii-vty8706w36Show More
PubChem: CID 7412
ChEBI CHEBI:82275
IUPAC Name: benzoyl chloride
SMILES: C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)Cl
Applications of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride) is used in the manufacturing of dye intermediates.
Not a dangerous good if item is equal to or less than 1g/ml and there is less than 100g/ml in the package
ACUTE HAZARDS of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Combustible.
Many reactions may cause fire or explosion.
Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
Above 72°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
PREVENTION of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
NO open flames.
NO contact with incompatible substances.
NO contact with hot surfaces.
Above 72°C use a closed system, ventilation and explosion-proof electrical equipment.
FIRE FIGHTING of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Use alcohol-resistant foam, powder, carbon dioxide.
NO water.
In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
NO direct contact with water.
Inhalation of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
SYMPTOMS of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Burning sensation.
Cough.
Shortness of breath.
Sore throat.
Laboured breathing.
Symptoms may be delayed.
PREVENTION of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Avoid inhalation of dust and mist.
Use closed system or ventilation.
FIRST AID of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Fresh air, rest.
Half-upright position.
Artificial respiration may be needed.
Refer for medical attention.
Skin
SYMPTOMS of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Redness.
Skin burns.
Burning sensation.
Pain.
Blisters.
PREVENTION of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Protective gloves.
Protective clothing.
FIRST AID of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Remove contaminated clothes.
Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Refer for medical attention .
Wear protective gloves when administering first aid.
Eyes
SYMPTOMS of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Redness.
Pain.
Severe deep burns.
PREVENTION of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
FIRST AID of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion
SYMPTOMS of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Burning sensation.
Abdominal pain.
Shock or collapse.
PREVENTION of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Wash hands before eating.
FIRST AID of Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride):
Rinse mouth.
Rest.
Do NOT induce vomiting.
Refer for medical attention .
IUPAC names
Benzoic acid chloride
BENZOYL CHLORIDE
Benzoyl Chloride
Benzoyl chloride
benzoyl chloride
Benzoylchlorid
Trade names
BENZOESAEURECHLORID
BENZOLCARBONYLCHLORID
BENZOYL CHLORIDE
Benzoyl chloride
BENZOYLCHLORID
PHENYLCARBONYLCHLORID
BENZOYL CHLORIDE
98-88-4
Benzoic acid, chloride
Benzoylchloride
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride)
alpha-Chlorobenzaldehyde
benzoic acid chloride
Benzaldehyde, .alpha.-chloro-
CHEBI:82275
VTY8706W36
benzoylchlorid
Benzaldehyde, alpha-chloro-
CCRIS 802
Benzoyl chloride, ReagentPlus(R), >=99%
a-Chlorobenzaldehyde
Benzaldehyde, α-chloro-
benzoic acid chloride
Benzoic acid, chloride
Benzoyl chloride [ACD/Index Name] [ACD/IUPAC Name] [Wiki]
Benzoyl chloride [UN1736] [Corrosive]
Benzoylchlorid [German] [ACD/IUPAC Name]
Chlorure de benzoyle [French] [ACD/IUPAC Name]
DM6600000
VTY8706W36
100-09-4 [RN]
2719-27-9 [RN]
4-09-00-00721 (Beilstein Handbook Reference) [Beilstein]
43019-90-5 [RN]
52947-05-4 [RN]
59748-37-7 [RN]
ANISIC ACID
Benzaldehyde, α-chloro-
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride)
BENZOYL CHLORIDE-(RING-13C6)
Benzoyl Chloride, ACS reagent
BENZOYL CHLORIDE|BENZOYL CHLORIDE
benzoylchloride
Benzoyl-d5 Chloride
Cyclohexanecarbonyl chloride [ACD/Index Name] [ACD/IUPAC Name]
EINECS 202-710-8
Hexahydrobenzoyl chloride
InChI=1/C7H5ClO/c8-7(9)6-4-2-1-3-5-6/h1-5
MFCD01865658 [MDL number]
O-CHLOROFORMYLBENZENE
PS-10801
UNII:VTY8706W36
UNII-VTY8706W36
α-Chlorobenzaldehyde
α-Chlorobenzaldehyde
苯甲酰氯 [Chinese]
benzoilklorür (tr)
benzoil klorür (tr)
benzoil klorid (tr)
benzoilklorid (tr)
benzoilklorit (tr)
benzoil klorit (tr)
bensoüülkloriid (et)
bentsyylikloridi (fi)
benzoil klorid (sl)
benzoil-klorid (hr)
benzoil-klorid (hu)
benzoilchloridas (lt)
benzoile cloruro (it)
benzoilhlorīds (lv)
benzoylchlorid (cs)
benzoylchlorid (da)
Benzoylchlorid (de)
benzoylchlorid (sk)
benzoylchloride (nl)
benzoylklorid (no)
benzoylklorid (sv)
chlorek benzoilu (pl)
chlorek kwasu benzoesowego (pl)
chlorure de benzoyle (fr)
cloreto de benzoílo (pt)
cloruro de benzoílo (es)
cloruro di benzoile (it)
clorură de benzoil (ro)
klorur tal-benżojl (mt)
βενζοϋλοχλωρίδιο (el)
бензоил хлорид (bg)
HSDB 383
EINECS 202-710-8
UN1736
BRN 0471389
benzoyl chlorid
benzoyl choride
bezoyl chloride
UNII-VTY8706W36
benzoic chloride
BzCl
benzoyl chloride-
PhCOCl
Bz-Cl
MFCD00000653
Benzoyl chloride [UN1736] [Corrosive]
.alpha.-Chlorobenzaldehyde
Benzaldehyde, |A-chloro-
DSSTox_CID_6631
EC 202-710-8
SCHEMBL1241
BENZOIC ACID,CHLORIDE
DSSTox_RID_78168
DSSTox_GSID_26631
4-09-00-00721 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
BENZOYL CHLORIDE [MI]
Benzoyl Chloride, ACS reagent
Benzoylchloride, ACS Reagent,
BENZOYL CHLORIDE [HSDB]
BENZOYL CHLORIDE [INCI]
CHEMBL2260719
DTXSID9026631
Benzoyl chloride, AR, >=99%
Benzoyl chloride, LR, >=99%
CS-B1785
ZINC2041164
Tox21_200431
STL264120
Benzoyl chloride, ACS reagent, 99%
AKOS000121308
UN 1736
CAS-98-88-4
Benzoyl chloride, purum, >=99% (GC)
Benzoyl chloride, ReagentPlus(R), 99%
NCGC00248610-01
NCGC00257985-01
Benzoyl chloride, p.a., 98-100.5%
PS-10801
DB-002645
DB-051009
B0105
FT-0622741
FT-0639824
Benzoyl chloride, SAJ first grade, >=98.0%
C19168
A845919
Q412825
247-558-3 [EINECS]
98-88-4 [RN]
a-Chlorobenzaldehyde
Benzaldehyde, α-chloro-
benzoic acid chloride
Benzoic acid, chloride
Benzoyl chloride [ACD/Index Name] [ACD/IUPAC Name] [Wiki]
Benzoyl chloride [UN1736] [Corrosive]
Benzoylchlorid [German] [ACD/IUPAC Name]
Chlorure de benzoyle [French] [ACD/IUPAC Name]
DM6600000
VTY8706W36
100-09-4 [RN]
2719-27-9 [RN]
4-09-00-00721 (Beilstein Handbook Reference) [Beilstein]
43019-90-5 [RN]
52947-05-4 [RN]
59748-37-7 [RN]
ANISIC ACID
Benzaldehyde, α-chloro-
Benzoyl chloride (Benzenecarbonyl Chloride)
BENZOYL CHLORIDE-(RING-13C6)
Benzoyl Chloride, ACS reagent
BENZOYL CHLORIDE|BENZOYL CHLORIDE
Benzoyl chloride-d5
benzoylchloride
Benzoyl-d5 Chloride
Cyclohexanecarbonyl chloride [ACD/Index Name] [ACD/IUPAC Name]
EINECS 202-710-8
Hexahydrobenzoyl chloride
MFCD01865658 [MDL number]
O-CHLOROFORMYLBENZENE
PS-10801
UNII:VTY8706W36
UNII-VTY8706W36
α-Chlorobenzaldehyde
α-Chlorobenzaldehyde
苯甲酰氯 [Chinese]