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1-Chloro-2-(chloromethyl)-3-methylbenzene

Description:
1-Chloro-2-(chloromethyl)-3-methylbenzene, also known as a chlorinated aromatic compound, features a benzene ring substituted with a chlorine atom, a chloromethyl group, and a methyl group. This compound is characterized by its molecular structure, which includes a chlorine atom attached to the second carbon of the benzene ring, a chloromethyl group (-CH2Cl) at the second position, and a methyl group (-CH3) at the third position. The presence of multiple chlorine substituents contributes to its reactivity and potential applications in organic synthesis. It is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive odor. The compound is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic nature. As a chlorinated compound, it may pose environmental and health risks, necessitating careful handling and disposal. Its chemical properties make it useful in various industrial applications, including the synthesis of other organic compounds and as an intermediate in chemical manufacturing.
Formula:C8H8Cl2
InChI:InChI=1S/C8H8Cl2/c1-6-3-2-4-8(10)7(6)5-9/h2-4H,5H2,1H3
InChI key:InChIKey=QBFRQIVHIHPAPQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(Cl)C1=C(C)C=CC=C1Cl
Synonyms:
  • 2-Chloro-6-methylbenzyl chloride
  • Benzene, 1-chloro-2-(chloromethyl)-3-methyl-
  • 1-Chloro-2-(chloromethyl)-3-methylbenzene
  • 2-(Chloromethyl)-3-chlorotoluene
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