1,3-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene
Also known as: m-Xylylene dichloride, alpha,alpha'-Dichloro-m-xylene, 1,3-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, m-Dichloroxylene, m-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene
1,3-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene (CAS 626-16-4) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8Cl2 and a molecular weight of 175.055 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 33-35 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 253.7±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 118.0±15.1 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 626-16-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-1421276-3
- Molecular Formula
- C8H8Cl2
- Molecular Weight
- 175.055 g/mol
- Category
- Organohalogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 33-35 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 253.7±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 118.0±15.1 °C |
| Exact Mass | 174.000305 |
| LogP | 2.76 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.545 |
| Additional Property | hydrolysis |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H330 — Fatal if inhaled
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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 1,3-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene?
The CAS number of 1,3-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene is 626-16-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,3-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene?
1,3-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene has molecular formula C8H8Cl2 and molecular weight 175.055 g/mol.
Is 1,3-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene hazardous?
1,3-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 1,3-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene?
For 1,3-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, Upstream Products: 1,3-Benzenedimethanol, m-Xylene, Dimethyl isophthalate; Downstream Products: 2,4-Dichlorobenzyl chloride, 1,3-Benzenedimethanethiol, 1,3-Bis(methoxymethyl)benzene.
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