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1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98%

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Buy 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98% (CAS 612-12-4) from Zemixal. Request a quote with price, lead time and documents. Catalogue no. ZX-009382.

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1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98% chemical structure
CAS number612-12-4
FormulaC8H8Cl2
Molar mass175.05 g/mol
Physical formCrystalline
HS code29036990
UN numberUN 3261
Purity98%
InChIKeyFMGGHNGKHRCJLL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
IUPAC name1,2-bis(chloromethyl)benzene

About 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98%

1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98% is part of the Zemixal halogenated Hydrocarbons range. Identity at a glance (98%): CAS 612-12-4, formula C8H8Cl2 and molar mass 175.05 g/mol. Expect white to yellow powder or crystals.

Common uses in the lab and plant

  • Cross-coupling substrates
  • Alkylation reactions
  • Organic synthesis
  • Protein & peptide research

Handling and storage

Reported physical data: melting point 55-57 °C. Hazard communication follows GHS (Danger: H302, H314, H330 and H335). Our SDS lists exposure controls and first-aid measures. For transport it ships as UN UN 3261.

Available as 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg. Larger or split packs can be arranged. Every shipment includes a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS. Request pricing online and we confirm availability, documentation and freight to your country.

Typical uses

  • Cross-coupling substrates
  • Alkylation reactions
  • Organic synthesis
  • Protein & peptide research

Applications

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98%
Product name1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98%
Catalogue numberZX-009382
CAS number612-12-4
IUPAC name1,2-bis(chloromethyl)benzene
Molecular formulaC8H8Cl2
Molar mass175.05 g/mol
Exact mass174.0003
Purity / assay98%
Physical formCrystalline
AppearanceWhite to yellow powder or crystals
Melting point55-57 °C
XLogP32.7
H-bond donors / acceptors0 / 0
Topological polar surface area0 Ų
HS code29036990
UN numberUN 3261
InChIKeyFMGGHNGKHRCJLL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILESC1=CC=C(C(=C1)CCl)CCl
PubChem CID11919
Synonymso-Xylylene dichloride, α,α′-Dichloro-o-xylene, alpha,alpha'-Dichloro-o-xylene, Benzene, 1,2-bis(chloromethyl)-, alpha,alpha-Dichloro-o-xylene, .alpha.,.alpha.'-Dichloro-o-xylene, .alpha.,.alpha.-Dichloro-o-xylene, 4-05-00-00927 (Beilstein Handbook Reference), o-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, ?,?'-Dichloro-o-xylene, o-XYLENE, alpha,alpha'-DICHLORO-, 12-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS05 Corrosive
Corrosive
GHS06 Acute toxicity
Acute toxicity
GHS07 Irritant or harmful
Irritant or harmful
GHS09 Hazardous to the environment
Hazardous to the environment

Signal word Danger

  • H302Harmful if swallowed
  • H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
  • H330Fatal if inhaled
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation
  • H400Very toxic to aquatic life
  • H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements P260, P261, P264, P270, P271, P273, P280, P284, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P319, P320, P321, P330, P363, P391, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98%
25 gQuoted on request
100 gQuoted on request
1 kgQuoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98%

Which CAS number identifies 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98%?
1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98% is registered under CAS 612-12-4. You may also see it listed as o-Xylylene dichloride, α,α′-Dichloro-o-xylene, alpha,alpha'-Dichloro-o-xylene. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-009382.
What are the formula and molar mass of 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98%?
For 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98%, its formula is C8H8Cl2 and its molar mass is 175.05 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is 1,2-bis(chloromethyl)benzene. InChIKey FMGGHNGKHRCJLL-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
What grade and pack sizes are available for 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98%?
This listing is 98% purity. Standard packs are 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98%?
Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.
Can Zemixal ship 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98% to my country?
Yes. Because 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene, 98% is classed as hazardous (UN 3261), it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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