2,6-Difluorobenzyl chloride
Also known as: 2-(Chloromethyl)-1,3-difluorobenzene, alpha-Chloro-2,6-difluorotoluene, 2,6-Difluorobenzylchloride, AKOS BBS-00003848, Benzene, 2-(chloromethyl)-1,3-difluoro-
2,6-Difluorobenzyl chloride (CAS 697-73-4) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H5ClF2 and a molecular weight of 162.564 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 34-38 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 170.4±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 59.5±16.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 697-73-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-12775-3
- Molecular Formula
- C7H5ClF2
- Molecular Weight
- 162.564 g/mol
- Category
- Organohalogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 34-38 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 170.4±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 59.5±16.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 162.004791 |
| LogP | 2.63 |
| Vapor Pressure | 2.0±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.485 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2903999090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2903999090 halogenated derivatives of aromatic hydrocarbons VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2,6-Difluorobenzyl chloride?
The CAS number of 2,6-Difluorobenzyl chloride is 697-73-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,6-Difluorobenzyl chloride?
2,6-Difluorobenzyl chloride has molecular formula C7H5ClF2 and molecular weight 162.564 g/mol.
Is 2,6-Difluorobenzyl chloride hazardous?
2,6-Difluorobenzyl chloride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
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