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CAS 824-45-3

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2,5-Dimethylbenzyl chloride

Description:
2,5-Dimethylbenzyl chloride, with the CAS number 824-45-3, is an organic compound that belongs to the class of alkyl halides. It features a benzyl group substituted with two methyl groups at the 2 and 5 positions of the aromatic ring, along with a chlorine atom attached to the benzyl carbon. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic aromatic odor. It is moderately soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic nature. 2,5-Dimethylbenzyl 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 elimination reactions, making it a versatile building block in synthetic chemistry. Safety precautions should be taken when handling this compound, as it may be irritating to the skin, eyes, and respiratory system, and proper storage conditions should be maintained to prevent degradation.
Formula:C9H11Cl
InChI:InChI=1S/C9H11Cl/c1-7-3-4-8(2)9(5-7)6-10/h3-5H,6H2,1-2H3
InChI key:InChIKey=PECXPZGFZFGDRD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(Cl)C1=C(C)C=CC(C)=C1
Synonyms:
  • (4-Bromophenyl)Acetonitrile
  • (Chloromethyl)-p-xylene
  • 1,4-Dimethyl-2-chloromethylbenzene
  • 1-Chloromethyl-2,5-dimethylbenzene
  • 2-(Chloromethyl)-1,4-Dimethyl-Benzen
  • 2-(Chloromethyl)-1,4-dimethylbenzene
  • 2-Chloromethyl-p-xylene
  • Benzene, 2-(chloromethyl)-1,4-dimethyl-
  • NSC 133437
  • 2,5-Dimethylbenzyl chloride
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