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Benzal chloride

Also known as: Benzyl dichloride, (Dichloromethyl)benzene, alpha,alpha-Dichlorotoluene, Benzylidene chloride, 1,1-Dichlorotoluene, Dichloromethylbenzene, Phenyldichloromethane

Benzal chloride (CAS 98-87-3) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H6Cl2 and a molecular weight of 161.02900 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -16 °C, a boiling point of 207 °C, a density of 1.254 and a flash point of 92°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 Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
98-87-3
Jingsj CID
J-30587-3
Molecular Formula
C7H6Cl2
Molecular Weight
161.02900 g/mol
Category
Solvents
Last updated
8/21/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-16 °C
Boiling Point207 °C
Density1.254
Flash Point92°C
Exact Mass159.98500
LogP3.16280
Refractive Index1.5500

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / Acute Toxicity / Health HazardSignal word: Danger
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H318 — Causes serious eye damage
  • H331 — Toxic if inhaled
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
  • H351 — Suspected of causing cancer

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2903999090
Summary2903999090 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 Benzal chloride?

The CAS number of Benzal chloride is 98-87-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzal chloride?

Benzal chloride has molecular formula C7H6Cl2 and molecular weight 161.02900 g/mol.

Is Benzal chloride hazardous?

Benzal chloride 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 Benzal chloride?

For Benzal chloride, Upstream Products: Benzaldehyde, Benzotrichloride, Benzyl chloride; Downstream Products: Chloromethane, Benzaldehyde, 2,2'-Dinaphthylamine.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Benzal chloride (CAS 98-87-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-30587-3 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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