3-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride
Also known as: m-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride, 3-(Chloromethyl)benzoic acid chloride, Benzoyl chloride, 3-(chloromethyl)-, m-Toluoyl chloride, α-chloro-, 3-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride, 97%, 3-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride, 98%
3-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride (CAS 63024-77-1) 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. Key properties include a melting point of 4 °C, a boiling point of 268.1±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 110.0±22.9 °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.
- 63024-77-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-20168-3
- Molecular Formula
- C8H6Cl2O
- Molecular Weight
- 189.039 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 4 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 268.1±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 110.0±22.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 187.979568 |
| PSA | 17.07000 |
| LogP | 2.48 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.558 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 3-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride?
The CAS number of 3-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride is 63024-77-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride?
3-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride has molecular formula C8H6Cl2O and molecular weight 189.039 g/mol.
Is 3-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride hazardous?
3-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride?
For 3-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride, Upstream Products: 3-(Chloromethyl)benzoic acid, 3-Methylbenzoic acid, 3-Methylbenzoyl chloride; Downstream Products: Methyl 3-(chloromethyl)benzoate, 1-[3-(Chloromethyl)phenyl]ethanone, Ethyl 3-(chloromethyl)benzoate.
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