CAS 39833-65-3

3-(Chloromethyl)styrene

Description:

3-(Chloromethyl)styrene is an organic compound characterized by the presence of both a chloromethyl group and a styrene moiety. Its molecular structure features a benzene ring with a vinyl group (–CH=CH2) and a chloromethyl group (–CH2Cl) attached to the third carbon of the aromatic ring. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive aromatic odor. It is known for its reactivity, particularly in polymerization reactions, where it can serve as a monomer to produce various copolymers. The chloromethyl group enhances its electrophilic character, making it useful in further chemical transformations, such as nucleophilic substitution reactions. 3-(Chloromethyl)styrene is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water. Due to its chlorinated nature, it should be handled with care, as it may pose health and environmental risks. Proper safety measures, including the use of personal protective equipment, are recommended when working with this compound.

Formula: C₉H₉Cl

InChI: InChI=1S/C9H9Cl/c1-2-8-4-3-5-9(6-8)7-10/h2-6H,1,7H2

InChI key: InChIKey=HMDQPBSDHHTRNI-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• m-Vinylbenzyl chloride
• Benzene, 1-(chloromethyl)-3-ethenyl-
• m-(Chloromethyl)styrene
• 1-(Chloromethyl)-3-ethenylbenzene
• Styrene, m-(chloromethyl)-
• 1-(Chloromethyl)-3-vinylbenzene

3-(Chloromethyl)styrene (~0.1% TBC stabilizer)

Controlled Product

CAS: 39833-65-3

Formula: C₉H₉Cl

Color and Shape: Colourless

Molecular weight: 152.621

Ref: TR-C398330