CAS 672-65-1

1-Phenylethyl chloride

Description:

1-Phenylethyl chloride, with the CAS number 672-65-1, is an organic compound characterized by its structure, which consists of a phenyl group attached to a two-carbon ethyl chain that terminates in a chlorine atom. This compound is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive aromatic odor. It is moderately soluble in water and more soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether. 1-Phenylethyl chloride is primarily used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its reactivity is influenced by the presence of the chlorine atom, which can participate in nucleophilic substitution reactions. Additionally, it is important to handle this compound with care, as it may pose health risks, including irritation to the skin and respiratory system. Proper safety measures, including the use of personal protective equipment and adequate ventilation, are essential when working with this substance in a laboratory or industrial setting.

Formula: C₈H₉Cl

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

InChI key: InChIKey=GTLWADFFABIGAE-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• (1-Chlorethyl)benzol
• (1-Chloroethyl)benzene
• (RS)-Phenethyl chloride
• (±)-1-Phenylethyl chloride
• (α-Chloroethyl)benzene
• .alpha.-Methylbenzyl chloride
• 1-Phenethyl chloride
• 1-Phenyl-1-chloroethane
• Benzene, (1-chloroethyl)-
• Benzene, (α-chloroethyl)-
• Gy1&R
• alpha-Chloroethylbenzene
• alpha-Phenylethyl chloride
• α-Chloro-α-methyltoluene
• α-Methylbenzyl chloride
• α-Phenethyl chloride
• α-Phenylethyl chloride

(1-Chloroethyl)benzene

CAS: 672-65-1

Formula: C₈H₉Cl

Purity: >97.0%(GC)

Color and Shape: Colorless to Light yellow clear liquid

Molecular weight: 140.61

Ref: 3B-C0166

(1-Chloroethyl)benzene

CAS: 672-65-1

Formula: C₈H₉Cl

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 140.6101

Ref: IN-DA003E74

α-Methylbenzyl chloride

CAS: 672-65-1

α-Methylbenzyl chloride

Formula: C₈H₉Cl

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: colourless liquid

Molecular weight: 140.61g/mol

Ref: 54-OR9525

(1-Chloroethyl)benzene

CAS: 672-65-1

Formula: C₈H₉Cl

Purity: 95.0%

Color and Shape: Liquid, Clear colourless to slightly pale yellow liquid

Molecular weight: 140.61

Ref: 10-F329818