4-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride

CAS Number876-08-4
FormulaN/A
Mol. Weight189.04 g/mol
4-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride
What is 4-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride?
4-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride is a chemical compound with CAS number 876-08-4. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
4-(Chloromethyl)benzoyl chloride was used as an atom transfer radical polymerization (ATRP) initiator in the growth of polyacrylamide (PAAm) brushes from silicon wafers1. It was also used as a building block in a microwave-assisted, solid-phase synthesis of imatinib, an anticancer agent2.
Specifications
Linear Formula
ClCH2C6H4COCl
Molecular Weight
189.04 g/mol
Assay/Purity
97%
Boiling Point
126-128 °C/6 mmHg(lit.)
Safety Information
GHS05
GHS07Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
H314-H335
Precautionary Statements
P261-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
Melting Point
30-32 °C(lit.)
EC Number
212-881-0
WGK Germany
3
