Benzyl chloromethyl ether

Also known as: Benzyloxymethyl chloride, BOM-Cl, (Chloromethoxymethyl)benzene, Chloromethyl benzyl ether, α-Chloromethoxytoluene, PhCH2OCH2Cl, [(Chloromethoxy)methyl]benzene, Benzene, [(chloromethoxy)methyl]-

Benzyl chloromethyl ether (CAS 3587-60-8) is a compound in the Ethers category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H9ClO and a molecular weight of 156.609 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -15ºC, a boiling point of 207.1±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 91.1±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H332 — Harmful if inhaled and H315 — Causes skin irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 3587-60-8
Jingsj CID: J-9030-2
Molecular Formula: C₈H₉ClO
Molecular Weight: 156.609 g/mol
Category: Ethers
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	-15ºC
Boiling Point	207.1±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	91.1±0.0 °C
Exact Mass	156.034195
PSA	9.23000
LogP	2.32
Vapor Pressure	0.3±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.518

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / Irritant / Health Hazard / Environmental HazardSignal word: Danger

H302 — Harmful if swallowed
H332 — Harmful if inhaled
H315 — Causes skin irritation
H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
H318 — Causes serious eye damage
H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled
H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
H350 — May cause cancer
H373 — May cause damage to organs through prolonged exposure
H400 — Very toxic to aquatic life

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2909309090
Summary	2909309090 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 Benzyl chloromethyl ether?

The CAS number of Benzyl chloromethyl ether is 3587-60-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzyl chloromethyl ether?

Benzyl chloromethyl ether has molecular formula C8H9ClO and molecular weight 156.609 g/mol.

Is Benzyl chloromethyl ether hazardous?

Benzyl chloromethyl ether has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H332 — Harmful if inhaled; H315 — Causes skin irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Benzyl chloromethyl ether?

For Benzyl chloromethyl ether, Upstream Products: Formaldehyde, Benzyl alcohol, 1,3,5-trioxane; Downstream Products: Dibenzyl carbonate, Dibenzyl ether, (4R)-3-[(2S)-3-methyl-1-oxo-2-[(phenylmethoxy)methyl]butyl]-4-(phenylmethyl)-2-oxazolidinone.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "Benzyl chloromethyl ether (CAS 3587-60-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-9030-2 (accessed 2026-11-07).

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