CAS 615-60-1: 4-Chloro-1,2-dimethylbenzene

Description: 4-Chloro-1,2-dimethylbenzene, also known as p-chloro-o-xylene, is an aromatic compound characterized by a benzene ring substituted with a chlorine atom and two methyl groups at the 1 and 2 positions. Its molecular formula is C9H10Cl, and it has a molecular weight of approximately 168.63 g/mol. This compound typically appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic aromatic odor. It is moderately soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water. 4-Chloro-1,2-dimethylbenzene is primarily used in organic synthesis and as an intermediate in the production of various chemicals, including agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals. It exhibits properties typical of chlorinated aromatic compounds, such as potential toxicity and environmental persistence. Safety precautions should be taken when handling this substance, as it may pose health risks through inhalation or skin contact. Proper storage in a cool, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances is essential to ensure safety and stability.

Formula: C₈H₉Cl

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H9Cl/c1-6-3-4-8(9)5-7(6)2/h3-5H,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=HNQLMBJUMVLFCF-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: ClC1=CC=C(C(=C1)C)C

Synonyms:

• 1,2-Dimethyl-4-chlorobenzene
• 1-Chloro-3,4-dimethylbenzene
• 3,4-Dimethylchlorobenzene
• 3,4-Dimethylphenyl chloride
• 4-Chloro-1,2-dimethylbenzene
• 4-Chloro-Ortho-Xylene
• Benzene, 4-chloro-1,2-dimethyl-
• o-Xylene, 4-chloro-
• p-Chloro-o-xylene
• 4-Chloro-o-xylene

4-Chloro-o-xylene

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• Formula: C₈H₉Cl
• Purity: >98.0%(GC)
• Color and Shape: Colorless to Light yellow to Light orange clear liquid
• Molecular weight: 140.61

4-Chloro-1,2-dimethylbenzene

CAS: 615-60-1

• Formula: C₈H₉Cl
• Purity: 98%
• Color and Shape: Liquid
• Molecular weight: 140.6101

4-Chloro-o-xylene

CAS: 615-60-1

• Formula: C₈H₉Cl
• Molecular weight: 140.61

4-Chloro-1,2-dimethylbenzene

CAS: 615-60-1

• Formula: C₈H₉Cl
• Purity: 98%
• Color and Shape: colourless liquid
• Molecular weight: 140.61g/mol

4-Chloro-o-xylene

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• Purity: 98.0%
• Color and Shape: Liquid
• Molecular weight: 140.61000061035156

4-Chloro-1,2-dimethylbenzene

CAS: 615-60-1

Applications 4-chloro-1,2-dimethylbenzene (cas# 615-60-1) is a useful research chemical.

• Formula: C₈H₉Cl
• Color and Shape: Colourless
• Molecular weight: 140.61

4-Chloro-o-xylene

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Versatile small molecule scaffold

• Formula: C₈H₉Cl
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Molecular weight: 140.61 g/mol