Benzyl chloride
Also known as: benzyl chloride, α-chlorotoluene, chloromethylbenzene, (chloromethyl)benzene, phenylmethyl chloride, tolyl chloride, alpha-chlorotoluene
Benzyl chloride (CAS 100-44-7) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H7Cl and a molecular weight of 126.584 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -39 °C, a boiling point of 179.4±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 73.9±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 100-44-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-30588-4
- Molecular Formula
- C7H7Cl
- Molecular Weight
- 126.584 g/mol
- Category
- Organohalogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -39 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 179.4±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 73.9±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 126.023628 |
| LogP | 2.49 |
| Additional Property | 4.36 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 1.3±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.527 |
| Additional Property | 0.3 g/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- H330 — Fatal if inhaled
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
- H350 — May cause cancer
- H373 — May cause damage to organs through prolonged exposure
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 Benzyl chloride?
The CAS number of Benzyl chloride is 100-44-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzyl chloride?
Benzyl chloride has molecular formula C7H7Cl and molecular weight 126.584 g/mol.
Is Benzyl chloride hazardous?
Benzyl chloride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Benzyl chloride?
For Benzyl chloride, Upstream Products: Benzaldehyde, Benzyl alcohol, Formaldehyde; Downstream Products: (2R)-1-benzylpyrrolidine-2-carbonyl chloride, 1-Benzyl-1H-imidazole-2-carbaldehyde, 1-Benzyl-4-bromo-1H-imidazole.
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