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3-phenoxybenzyl chloride

Also known as: 1-(chloromethyl)-3-phenoxybenzene, m-phenoxybenzyl chloride, 3-phenoxyphenylmethyl chloride, 3-phenyloxyphenylmethyl chloride, 3-(chloromethyl)diphenyl ether, alpha-chloro-3-phenoxytoluene, AKOS BBS-00006407, TIMTEC-BB SBB005575, EINECS 258-831-1, MFCD00040866

3-phenoxybenzyl chloride (CAS 53874-66-1) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C13H11ClO and a molecular weight of 218.67900 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 141-142 °C(lit.), a density of 1.189 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of >110.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.

CAS No.
53874-66-1
Jingsj CID
J-4973-0
Molecular Formula
C13H11ClO
Molecular Weight
218.67900 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
11/3/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point141-142 °C(lit.)
Density1.189 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point>110.0 °C
Exact Mass218.05000
PSA9.23000
LogP4.21770
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.5900(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / IrritantSignal word: Danger
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2909309090
Summary2909309090 other aromatic ethers and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives 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 3-phenoxybenzyl chloride?

The CAS number of 3-phenoxybenzyl chloride is 53874-66-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-phenoxybenzyl chloride?

3-phenoxybenzyl chloride has molecular formula C13H11ClO and molecular weight 218.67900 g/mol.

Is 3-phenoxybenzyl chloride hazardous?

3-phenoxybenzyl chloride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-phenoxybenzyl chloride?

For 3-phenoxybenzyl chloride, Upstream Products: (3-Phenoxyphenyl)methanol, 1-Methyl-3-phenoxybenzene, 3-Phenoxybenzaldehyde; Downstream Products: 3-Phenoxybenzaldehyde, 3-Phenoxyphenylacetic acid, 3-Phenoxyphenylacetonitrile.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "3-phenoxybenzyl chloride (CAS 53874-66-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-4973-0 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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