4-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride

4-(氯甲基)苯甲酰氯

Also known as: 4-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride, 4-chloromethylbenzoyl chloride, 4-chloromethyl-benzoyl chloride, Benzoyl chloride, 4-(chloromethyl)-, p-chloromethylbenzoyl chloride, α-Chloro-p-toluoyl chloride, CMBC

4-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride (CAS 876-08-4) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H6Cl2O and a molecular weight of 189.039 g/mol. It is also known as 4-chloromethylbenzoyl chloride, 4-chloromethyl-benzoyl chloride and Benzoyl chloride, 4-(chloromethyl)-. Key properties include a melting point of 30-32 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 275.6±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 92.8±0.0 °C. GHS signal word: Danger. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
876-08-4
Jingsj CID
J-1492775-5
Molecular Formula
C8H6Cl2O
Chinese Name
4-(氯甲基)苯甲酰氯
Molecular Weight
189.039 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point30-32 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point275.6±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point92.8±0.0 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / IrritantSignal word: Danger

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride?

The CAS number of 4-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride is 876-08-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride?

4-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride has molecular formula C8H6Cl2O and molecular weight 189.039 g/mol.

Is 4-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride hazardous?

4-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride has GHS signal word Danger.

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