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CAS 90-99-3

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Chlorodiphenylmethane

Description:
Chlorodiphenylmethane, also known as benzyl chloride or chlorobenzyl chloride, is an organic compound characterized by its structure, which features a benzene ring substituted with chlorine and a methylene group. It is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive aromatic odor. This compound is known for its reactivity, particularly in nucleophilic substitution reactions, making it useful in organic synthesis and as an intermediate in the production of various chemicals, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Chlorodiphenylmethane is moderately soluble in water but more soluble in organic solvents such as alcohols and ethers. It is important to handle this substance with care, as it can be harmful if inhaled or absorbed through the skin, and it poses environmental risks due to its potential persistence and bioaccumulation. Safety measures, including the use of personal protective equipment and proper ventilation, are essential when working with this compound in laboratory or industrial settings.
Formula:C13H11Cl
InChI:InChI=1S/C13H11Cl/c14-13(11-7-3-1-4-8-11)12-9-5-2-6-10-12/h1-10,13H
InChI key:InChIKey=ZDVDCDLBOLSVGM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(Cl)(C1=CC=CC=C1)C2=CC=CC=C2
Synonyms:
  • 1,1'-(Chloromethanediyl)Dibenzene
  • 1,1'-(Chloromethylene)bisbenzene
  • 1,1′-(Chloromethylene)bis[benzene]
  • 7-Chloro-1,3-Dihydro-5-(2-Fluorophenyl)-2-Nitromethylene-2H-1,4-Benzodiazepine
  • Benzene 1,1'-(chloromethylene)bis
  • Benzhydryl chloride
  • Benzhydrylchloride
  • Diphenylchloromethane
  • Diphenylmethyl chloride
  • DiphenylmethylChloride
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