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3-Phenylpropanoyl chloride

Also known as: Hydrocinnamoyl chloride, 3-Phenylpropionyl chloride, Benzenepropanoyl chloride, beta-Phenylpropanoyl chloride, Hydrocinnamic acid chloride, Benzenepropanoic acid chloride, Benzenepropionic acid chloride

3-Phenylpropanoyl chloride (CAS 645-45-4) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H9ClO and a molecular weight of 168.620 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of −7-−5 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 232.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 108.3±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage and H331 — Toxic if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
645-45-4
Jingsj CID
J-5451-3
Molecular Formula
C9H9ClO
Molecular Weight
168.620 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point−7-−5 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point232.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point108.3±0.0 °C
Exact Mass168.034195
PSA17.07000
LogP2.65
Vapor Pressure0.1±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.528

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger
  • H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
  • H331 — Toxic if inhaled

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2916399090
Summary2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Phenylpropanoyl chloride?

The CAS number of 3-Phenylpropanoyl chloride is 645-45-4.

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

3-Phenylpropanoyl chloride has molecular formula C9H9ClO and molecular weight 168.620 g/mol.

Is 3-Phenylpropanoyl chloride hazardous?

3-Phenylpropanoyl chloride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H331 — Toxic if inhaled.

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

For 3-Phenylpropanoyl chloride, Upstream Products: 3-Phenylpropionic acid, Oxalyl chloride, trans-Cinnamic acid; Downstream Products: 1-(3-phenylpropyl)piperidin-4-one, 1-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)-3-phenylpropan-1-one, 4-Amino-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-1-one.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "3-Phenylpropanoyl chloride (CAS 645-45-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-5451-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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