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3-Methoxybenzyl chloride

3-Methoxybenzyl chloride chemical structure
CAS Number824-98-6
FormulaCH3OC6H4CH2Cl
Mol. Weight156.61 g/mol

What is 3-Methoxybenzyl chloride?

3-Methoxybenzyl chloride is a chemical compound with CAS number 824-98-6 and molecular formula CH3OC6H4CH2Cl. It is used in various industrial and research applications.

Applications

3-Methoxybenzyl chloride was used to alkylate 8-benzyloxy-2(1H)-quinolinone in the presence of DMF and NaH1. It was also used in the synthesis of diarylmethanes via in situ organozinc-mediated, palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling between benzyl and aryl halide2.

Specifications

Linear Formula

CH3OC6H4CH2Cl

Molecular Weight

156.61 g/mol

Assay/Purity

97%

Boiling Point

124 °C/13 mmHg(lit.)

Density

1.078 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)<br/>1.078 g/mL

Safety Information

GHS05GHS05
Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Statements

H314

Precautionary Statements

P280-P305 + P351 + P338-P310

Required PPE

Faceshields, full-face respirator (US), Gloves, Goggles, multi-purpose combination respirator cartridge (US), type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter

WGK Germany

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