Benzotrichloride
Also known as: alpha,alpha,alpha-Trichlorotoluene, Phenyl chloroform, Trichloromethylbenzene, (Trichloromethyl)benzene, Benzenyl trichloride, Benzylidyne chloride, omega,omega,omega-Trichlorotoluene
Benzotrichloride (CAS 98-07-7) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H5Cl3 and a molecular weight of 195.47400 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of −7.5-−7 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 219-223 °C760 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.38 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 97.2 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 98-07-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-3244-3
- Molecular Formula
- C7H5Cl3
- Molecular Weight
- 195.47400 g/mol
- Category
- Organohalogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 11/2/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | −7.5-−7 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 219-223 °C760 mm Hg(lit.) |
| Density | 1.38 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 97.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 193.94600 |
| LogP | 3.51330 |
| Additional Property | 6.77 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.2 mm Hg ( 20 °C) |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.557(lit.) |
| Additional Property | HYDROLYSIS |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- H331 — Toxic if inhaled
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
- H350 — May cause cancer
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 Benzotrichloride?
The CAS number of Benzotrichloride is 98-07-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzotrichloride?
Benzotrichloride has molecular formula C7H5Cl3 and molecular weight 195.47400 g/mol.
Is Benzotrichloride hazardous?
Benzotrichloride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H318 — Causes serious eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Benzotrichloride?
For Benzotrichloride, Upstream Products: Benzotrifluoride, Acetyl chloride, Benzal chloride; Downstream Products: 4-Chlorobenzotrichloride, 3-Chlorobenzotrichloride, 2-Chlorobenzotrichloride.
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