CAS 824-98-6

3-Methoxybenzyl chloride

Description:

3-Methoxybenzyl chloride, with the CAS number 824-98-6, is an organic compound characterized by the presence of a methoxy group (-OCH₃) attached to a benzyl chloride structure. This compound features a benzene ring substituted at the meta position with a methoxy group, along with a benzyl chloride functional group, which consists of a benzyl group (C₆H₅CH₂-) bonded to a chlorine atom. It is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive aromatic odor. 3-Methoxybenzyl chloride is known for its reactivity, particularly in nucleophilic substitution reactions, where the chlorine atom can be replaced by various nucleophiles. This compound is used in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is important to handle this substance with care, as it may pose health risks if inhaled or absorbed through the skin. Proper safety measures, including the use of personal protective equipment, are recommended when working with this chemical.

Formula: C₈H₉ClO

InChI: InChI=1/C8H9ClO/c1-10-8-4-2-3-7(5-8)6-9/h2-5H,6H2,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=VGISFWWEOGVMED-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• (3-Methoxyphenyl)methyl chloride
• 1-Chloromethyl-3-methoxybenzene
• 3-(Chloromethyl)anisole
• 3-(Chloromethyl)phenyl methyl ether
• 5-Methoxybenzyl chloride
• Anisole, m-(chloromethyl)-
• Benzene, 1-(chloromethyl)-3-methoxy-
• NSC 268684
• alpha-Chloro-3-methoxytoluene
• m-(Chloromethyl)anisole
• m-Methoxybenzyl chloride
• α-Chloro-m-methoxytoluene
• 3-METHOXYBENZYL CHLORIDE, 98+%
• 1-Methoxy-3-(chloromethyl)benzene
• 3-Methoxy-1-(chloromethyl)benzene
• 3-Methoxybenzalchloride
• 3-METHOXYBENZYL CHLORIDE
• 3-CHLOROMETHYLANISOLE
• Toluene, alpha-chloro-m-methocy-
• 1-(chloromethyl)-3-methoxy-benzen
• AKOS BBS-00003862
• META-(CHLOROMETHYL)ANISOL

3-Methoxybenzyl Chloride

CAS: 824-98-6

Formula: C₈H₉ClO

Purity: >96.0%(GC)

Color and Shape: Colorless to Light yellow clear liquid

Molecular weight: 156.61

Ref: 3B-M0820

3-Methoxybenzyl chloride, 98+%

CAS: 824-98-6

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Formula: C₈H₉ClO

Purity: 98+%

Color and Shape: Clear colorless to pale yellow, Liquid

Molecular weight: 156.61

Ref: 02-A12630

1-(Chloromethyl)-3-methoxybenzene

CAS: 824-98-6

Formula: C₈H₉ClO

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 156.6095

Ref: IN-DA003JNF

3-Methoxybenzyl chloride

CAS: 824-98-6

3-Methoxybenzyl chloride

Formula: C₈H₉ClO

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: clear. very faint orange liquid

Molecular weight: 156.61g/mol

Ref: 54-OR4813

3-Methoxybenzyl chloride

CAS: 824-98-6

Formula: C₈H₉ClO

Purity: 98.0%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 156.61

Ref: 10-F018781

3-Methoxybenzyl Chloride

Controlled Product

CAS: 824-98-6

Applications 3-Methoxybenzyl chloride is a chemical reagent used to benzylate sugars (e.g. 2-Deoxy-D-ribose [D252000]) and also used to alkylate amides (e.g. Benzyl acetoacetic amide [B222950]).
Not a dangerous good if item is equal to or less than 1g/ml and there is less than 100g/ml in the package
References Cheng, M., et al.: Org. Biomol. Chem., 4, 510 (2006); Martin, O., et al.: J. Org. Chem., 53, 3287 (1988)

Formula: C₈H₉ClO

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 156.61

Ref: TR-M261160

3-Methoxybenzyl chloride

CAS: 824-98-6

3-Methoxybenzyl chloride is a polymer conjugate that has the chemical formula C6H5CH2ClO. It reacts with hydroxy groups to form ester bonds. The compound was synthesized by reacting 3-methoxybenzyl chloride with hydrochloric acid in vitro, and the resulting product was found to have antimicrobial properties. In vivo studies have shown that this compound binds to receptors in rat striatal tissue. 3-Methoxybenzyl chloride also showed fluorescence properties when exposed to ultraviolet light and can be used for molecular modeling. Titration calorimetry has been used to study the thermal stability of this polymer conjugate.

Formula: C₈H₉ClO

Purity: Min. 95%

Molecular weight: 156.61 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FM49121