Pentachlorobenzene
Also known as: 1,2,3,4,5-Pentachlorobenzene, Benzene, 1,2,3,4,5-pentachloro-, QCB, Rcra waste number U183
Pentachlorobenzene (CAS 608-93-5) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6HCl5 and a molecular weight of 250.33700 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 84-87 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 275-277 °C(lit.), a density of 1.609 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 131.6ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H228, H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 608-93-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-1320907-2
- Molecular Formula
- C6HCl5
- Molecular Weight
- 250.33700 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 84-87 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 275-277 °C(lit.) |
| Density | 1.609 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 131.6ºC |
| Exact Mass | 247.85200 |
| LogP | 4.95360 |
| Refractive Index | 1.595 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H228
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
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 Pentachlorobenzene?
The CAS number of Pentachlorobenzene is 608-93-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Pentachlorobenzene?
Pentachlorobenzene has molecular formula C6HCl5 and molecular weight 250.33700 g/mol.
Is Pentachlorobenzene hazardous?
Pentachlorobenzene has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H228; H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Pentachlorobenzene?
For Pentachlorobenzene, Upstream Products: Hexachlorobenzene, Carbon dioxide, Pentachloroaniline; Downstream Products: 2,2',3,3',4,5,5',6,6'-Nonachlorobiphenyl, 2,2',3,3',4,4',5,5',6-Nonachlorobiphenyl, 2,2',3,3',4,5,6,6'-Octachlorobiphenyl.
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