Category
Chemical Primary Standard
CAS Number
104-83-6
Molecular Formula
C7H6Cl2
Molecular Weight
161.03 g/mol
Synonym

(4-Chlorophenyl)methyl Chloride;  1-(Chloromethyl)-4-chlorobenzene; 1-Chloro-4-(chloromethyl)benzene; a,p-Dichlorotoluene; α,4-Dichlorotoluene; 4-Chloro-1-(chloromethyl)benzene; 4-Chlorobenzyl Chloride; 4-Chloromethyl chlorobenzene; NSC 34032; p,α-Dichlorotoluene; p-Chlorobenzyl Chloride; p-Chlorophenylmethyl Chloride

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Chemical Primary Standard
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4-Chlorobenzyl chloride is an aromatic organic compound in which a chlorine atom is attached to the para position of a benzyl chloride. It is primarily used as a reactive intermediate in organic synthesis, including the preparation of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid and is reactive and corrosive, requiring careful handling.