4-octylbenzoyl chloride

Also known as: 4-n-octylbenzoyl chloride, p-octylbenzoyl chloride, p-n-octylbenzoyl chloride, 4-octylbenzoic acid chloride, 4-octyl-benzoyl chloride, 4-octyl-benzoylchlorid, Benzoyl chloride, 4-octyl-, Benzoyl chloride,4-octyl, EINECS 256-649-7, p-n-Octylbenzoic acid chloride

4-octylbenzoyl chloride (CAS 50606-97-8) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H21ClO and a molecular weight of 252.78000 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 0ºC, a boiling point of 337.5ºC at 760 mmHg ;193ºC (10 mmHg), a density of 1.02 g/cm3 and a flash point of 158.6ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 50606-97-8
Jingsj CID: J-10044-7
Molecular Formula: C₁₅H₂₁ClO
Molecular Weight: 252.78000 g/mol
Category: Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	0ºC
Boiling Point	337.5ºC at 760 mmHg ;193ºC (10 mmHg)
Density	1.02 g/cm3
Flash Point	158.6ºC
Exact Mass	252.12800
PSA	17.07000
LogP	4.96860
Refractive Index	1.5175-1.5195

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2916399090
Summary	2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-octylbenzoyl chloride?

The CAS number of 4-octylbenzoyl chloride is 50606-97-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-octylbenzoyl chloride?

4-octylbenzoyl chloride has molecular formula C15H21ClO and molecular weight 252.78000 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-octylbenzoyl chloride?

For 4-octylbenzoyl chloride, Upstream Products: 4-Octylbenzoic acid, Oxalyl chloride, 1-Phenyloctane; Downstream Products: 4-Octylbenzaldehyde.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "4-octylbenzoyl chloride (CAS 50606-97-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-10044-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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