Benzoyl chloride
Synonyms: alpha-chloro-benzaldehyd;Benzaldehyde, alpha-chloro-;-Chlorobenzaldehyde;chloruredebenzoyle;LABOTEST-BB LTBB000456;Benzenecarbonyl chloride;BENZOIC ACID CHLORIDE;BENZOYL CHLORIDE
CAS: 98-88-4
MF: C7H5ClO
MW: 140.57
EINECS: 202-710-8
Melting point -1 °C
Boiling point 198 °C(lit.)
density 1.211 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
vapor density 4.88 (vs air)
vapor pressure 1 mm Hg ( 32 °C)
refractive index n20/D 1.553(lit.)
Fp 156 °F
storage temp. Store at 0-5°C
Water Solubility reacts
FreezingPoint -1℃
Sensitive Moisture Sensitive
Merck 14,1112
Stability: Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, water, alcohols, strong bases. Reacts violently with DMSO and vigorously with alkalies.
Chemical Properties Colorless liquid
Usage Benzoyl Chloride is used in the manufacturing of dye intermediates.
General Description 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.