Triphenylmethyl chloride
Also known as: Trityl chloride, Chlorotriphenylmethane, 1,1',1''-(Chloromethylidyne)trisbenzene, 1,1',1''-(Chloromethanetriyl)tribenzene, [Chloro(diphenyl)methyl]benzene, Triphenylchloromethane, Trt-Cl, TrCl, Methane, chlorotriphenyl-, Benzene, 1,1',1''-(chloromethylidyne)tris-
Triphenylmethyl chloride (CAS 76-83-5) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C19H15Cl and a molecular weight of 278.775 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 110-113 ºC, a boiling point of 230-235 ºC (20 mmHg), a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 177.9±12.0 °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.
- 76-83-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-3171-0
- Molecular Formula
- C19H15Cl
- Molecular Weight
- 278.775 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 110-113 ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 230-235 ºC (20 mmHg) |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 177.9±12.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 278.086243 |
| LogP | 5.57 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.608 |
| Additional Property | chloroform: 0.1 g/mL, clear |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
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 Triphenylmethyl chloride?
The CAS number of Triphenylmethyl chloride is 76-83-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Triphenylmethyl chloride?
Triphenylmethyl chloride has molecular formula C19H15Cl and molecular weight 278.775 g/mol.
Is Triphenylmethyl chloride hazardous?
Triphenylmethyl 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 Triphenylmethyl chloride?
For Triphenylmethyl chloride, Upstream Products: Triphenylmethanol, Triphenylmethane, Triphenylmethanesulfenyl chloride; Downstream Products: Tetrakis(4-bromophenyl)methane, Boc-His(Trt)-OH, 1-Trityl-1H-imidazole-4-carboxaldehyde.
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