Benzoyl chloride
Also known as: benzoic chloride, benzoic acid chloride, bz chloride, α-chlorobenzaldehyde, phenylcarbonyl chloride, benzenecarbonyl chloride
Benzoyl chloride (CAS 98-88-4) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H5ClO and a molecular weight of 140.567 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -1 °C, a boiling point of 197.2±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 68.9±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 98-88-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-38336-3
- Molecular Formula
- C7H5ClO
- Molecular Weight
- 140.567 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -1 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 197.2±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 68.9±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 140.002899 |
| PSA | 17.07000 |
| LogP | 2.21 |
| Additional Property | 4.88 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.4±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.543 |
| Additional Property | reacts |
| Additional Property | -1℃ |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916320000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916320000 benzoic peroxyanhydride。supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward)。VAT:17.0%。tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tarrif:6.5%。general tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Benzoyl chloride?
The CAS number of Benzoyl chloride is 98-88-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzoyl chloride?
Benzoyl chloride has molecular formula C7H5ClO and molecular weight 140.567 g/mol.
Is Benzoyl chloride hazardous?
Benzoyl chloride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Benzoyl chloride?
For Benzoyl chloride, Upstream Products: Benzotrichloride, benzoic acid, Benzyl alcohol; Downstream Products: 3-(Benzoyloxy)-5-bromo-2-hydroxybenzoic acid, octadecyl benzoate, Formic Acid.
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