Benzoyl Chloride

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Benzoyl Chloride Specification

Shelf Life
2 years if stored properly in optimal conditions

Application
Intermediate in the manufacture of pesticides pharmaceuticals and dyes; used in polymer production.

Properties
Highly reactive acyl chloride with a strong odor; reacts with water to produce benzoyl acid and hydrogen chloride.

Physical Form
Colorless to pale yellow liquid

Appearance
Clear to slightly yellow liquid

Shape
Liquid form

CAS No
98-88-4

Molecular Formula
C7H5ClO

Structural Formula
C6H5COCl

Melting Point
-1C

Refractive Rate
1.554 - 1.556

Ph Level
Not applicable (reacts aggressively with water)

Poisonous
Yes highly toxic and corrosive

Usage
Used as a chemical intermediate and reagent in various organic syntheses.

Storage
Stored in a cool dry and well-ventilated area in tightly sealed containers away from water and incompatible substances.

Grade
Industrial and Laboratory Grade

Ingredients
Pure benzoyl chloride (C7H5ClO)

Purity
99%

Solubility
Reacts violently with water; soluble in organic solvents like benzene and chloroform.

Molecular Weight
140.57 g/mol

EINECS No
202-710-8

Smell
Sharp acrid and suffocating odor

Density
1.212 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Taste
Pungent and irritating (not suitable for ingestion)

HS Code
291631

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FAQs of Benzoyl Chloride:

Q: Is Benzoyl Chloride safe for ingestion?

A: No, Benzoyl Chloride is highly toxic and corrosive with a pungent and irritating taste, making it unsuitable for ingestion.

Q: What are the primary applications of Benzoyl Chloride?

A: Benzoyl Chloride is used as an intermediate in the manufacture of pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and dyes, as well as in polymer production.

Q: How should Benzoyl Chloride be stored?

A: Benzoyl Chloride should be stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area in tightly sealed containers, away from water and incompatible substances.