Benzene, 1,2,4,5-tetrachloro-3,6-bis(chloromethyl)-

Also known as: 1,2,4,5-Tetrachloro-3,6-bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 1,4-Bis(chloromethyl)tetrachlorobenzene, p-Xylene, α,α',2,3,5,6-hexachloro-, alpha,alpha',2,3,5,6-Hexachloro-p-xylene, Tetrachloro-p-xylene dichloride, NSC 74461, 1,2,4,5-Tetrachlor-3,6-bis-chlormethyl-benzol

Benzene, 1,2,4,5-tetrachloro-3,6-bis(chloromethyl)- (CAS 1079-17-0) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H4Cl6 and a molecular weight of 312.83500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 181ºC, a boiling point of 345ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.624 g/cm3 and a flash point of 177.3ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 1079-17-0
Jingsj CID: J-20481-9
Molecular Formula: C₈H₄Cl₆
Molecular Weight: 312.83500 g/mol
Category: Solvents
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	181ºC
Boiling Point	345ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.624 g/cm3
Flash Point	177.3ºC
Exact Mass	309.84400
LogP	5.77780
Vapor Pressure	0.000126mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.594

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 Benzene, 1,2,4,5-tetrachloro-3,6-bis(chloromethyl)-?

The CAS number of Benzene, 1,2,4,5-tetrachloro-3,6-bis(chloromethyl)- is 1079-17-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzene, 1,2,4,5-tetrachloro-3,6-bis(chloromethyl)-?

Benzene, 1,2,4,5-tetrachloro-3,6-bis(chloromethyl)- has molecular formula C8H4Cl6 and molecular weight 312.83500 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Benzene, 1,2,4,5-tetrachloro-3,6-bis(chloromethyl)-?

For Benzene, 1,2,4,5-tetrachloro-3,6-bis(chloromethyl)-, Upstream Products: 2,5-Dichloro-p-xylene, p-Xylene, 2-Chloro-1,4-dimethylbenzene.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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