CAS 104-82-5: 4-Methylbenzyl chloride

Description:4-Methylbenzyl chloride, also known as p-tolyl chloride, is an organic compound characterized by a benzene ring substituted with a methyl group and a chlorine atom. Its molecular formula is C8H9Cl, and it features a chlorine atom attached to the para position of the methyl-substituted benzene ring. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive aromatic odor. It is moderately soluble in water but more soluble in organic solvents such as ether and alcohol. 4-Methylbenzyl chloride is primarily used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals. It can undergo various chemical reactions, including nucleophilic substitution and reduction, making it a versatile building block in synthetic chemistry. However, it is important to handle this compound with care, as it can be harmful if inhaled or absorbed through the skin, and it is classified as a hazardous substance. Proper safety precautions should be taken when working with this chemical.

Formula:C₈H₉Cl

InChI:InChI=1S/C8H9Cl/c1-7-2-4-8(6-9)5-3-7/h2-5H,6H2,1H3

InChI key:InChIKey=DMHZDOTYAVHSEH-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES:ClCC1=CC=C(C=C1)C

Synonyms:
p-Xylyl chloride
alpha-Chloro-p-xylene
Benzene, 1-(chloromethyl)-4-methyl-
4-Methylbenzyl Chloride
P-Chloromethyltoluene
Para Methylbenzyl Chloride
1-(Chloromethyl)-4-Methyl-Benzene
α-Chloro-p-xylene
(4-Methylphenyl)methyl chloride
1-(Chloromethyl)-4-methylbenzene
See more synonyms
1-Methyl-4-chloromethylbenzene
4-(Chloromethyl)toluene
4-Methybenzyl chloride
Benzyl Chloride, 4-Methyl-
Nsc 46590
p-(Chloromethyl)toluene
p-Methylbenzyl chloride
p-Tolylmethyl chloride
p-Xylene, α-chloro-
p-Xylyl-α-chloride
α-Chloro-p-methyltoluene
α-Chlor-p-xylol
Α-Cloro-P-Xileno

Found 10 products.

Product data	Purity	Price range	Estimated delivery
4-Methylbenzyl chloride, 98% REF: 02-A17183CAS: 104-82-5	98%	31.00 €~115.00 €	Tue 08 Apr 25
α-Chloro-p-xylene REF: IN-DA007GC1CAS: 104-82-5	98%	To inquire	Mon 14 Apr 25
4-Methylbenzyl chloride REF: 54-OR18311CAS: 104-82-5	99%	32.00 €~1,111.00 €	Tue 15 Apr 25
α-Chloro-p-xylene, 98% REF: AC-11017CAS: 104-82-5	98%	To inquire	Thu 17 Apr 25
Meclizine Impurity 13 REF: 4Z-M-4020CAS: 104-82-5	- - -	To inquire	Mon 21 Apr 25
1-Chloromethyl-4-methyl-benzene REF: 10-F088360CAS: 104-82-5	98.0%	To inquire	Thu 24 Apr 25
a-Chloro-p-methyltoluene REF: TR-C369770CAS: 104-82-5	- - -	218.00 €~409.00 €	Thu 24 Apr 25
4-Methylbenzyl chloride REF: 3D-FM38172CAS: 104-82-5	Min. 95%	147.00 €~621.00 €	Fri 25 Apr 25
α-Chloro-p-xylene REF: 3B-C0312CAS: 104-82-5	>98.0%(GC)	27.00 €~130.00 €	Wed 07 May 25
α-Chloro-p-methyltoluene-13C REF: TR-C369771CAS: 104-82-5	- - -	1,568.00 €	Tue 27 May 25