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1-Chloro-3-phenylpropan-2-one

Also known as: 1-Chloro-3-phenylacetone, 1-chloro-3-phenyl-2-propanone, 1-chloro-3-phenyl-propan-2-one, 2-Propanone, 1-chloro-3-phenyl-, 3-chloro-1-phenyl-2-propanone, 3-phenyl-1-chloropropan-2-one, benzyl chloromethyl ketone

1-Chloro-3-phenylpropan-2-one (CAS 937-38-2) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H9ClO and a molecular weight of 168.620 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 72-73ºC, a boiling point of 244.7±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 119.6±11.5 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
937-38-2
Jingsj CID
J-1422981-3
Molecular Formula
C9H9ClO
Molecular Weight
168.620 g/mol
Category
Ketones
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point72-73ºC
Boiling Point244.7±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point119.6±11.5 °C
Exact Mass168.034195
PSA17.07000
LogP2.15
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.528

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1-Chloro-3-phenylpropan-2-one?

The CAS number of 1-Chloro-3-phenylpropan-2-one is 937-38-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Chloro-3-phenylpropan-2-one?

1-Chloro-3-phenylpropan-2-one has molecular formula C9H9ClO and molecular weight 168.620 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1-Chloro-3-phenylpropan-2-one?

For 1-Chloro-3-phenylpropan-2-one, Upstream Products: 2-Chloro-N-methoxy-N-methylacetamide, Benzylmagnesium chloride, N-Methyl-N-nitrosotoluene-4-sulphonamide; Downstream Products: Methyl 3-phenylpropanoate, Allylbenzene, Ethyl 2-benzylacetoacetate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "1-Chloro-3-phenylpropan-2-one (CAS 937-38-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1422981-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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