Benzoyl chloride
- CAS Number
- 98-88-4
- HSN Code
- 29163200
- Molecular Formula
- C6H5COCl
- Catalogue Number
- AL0638
- Purity
- ≥ 98%
- Molecular Weight
- 140.57 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Benzoyl chloride is an acyl chloride consisting of benzene in which a hydrogen is replaced by an acyl chloride group. It is an important chemical intermediate for the manufacture of other chemicals, dyes, perfumes, herbicides and pharmaceuticals.
Also known as Benzoyl chloride, Benzoyl chloride solution.
- Catalogue No.
- AL0638
- CAS Number
- 98-88-4
- Molecular Formula
- C6H5COCl
- Molecular Weight
- 140.57 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29163200
- Grade
- 98%
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: -0.5 °C; Boiling point: 201 °C; Flash point: 72 °C (162 °F) - closed cup; Density: 1.2070 at 25 °C/4 °C; Solubility: Decomposed by water, alcohol.
- Appearance
- Liquid
- Shelf Life
- 12 months
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 ml glass bottle, 2.5 Lt glass bottle
- Storage
- See Chemical Dangers. Separated from food and feedstuffs and incompatible materials. Dry. Well closed.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Benzoyl chloride
- Catalogue No.
- AL0638
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 98-88-4
- EC Number
- 202-710-8
- Grade
- 98%
- EC Index Number
- 607-007-00-8
- Chemical Formula
- C6H5COCl
- HSN Code
- 29163200
- Synonyms
- Benzoyl chloride, Benzoyl chloride solution
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Used in organic synthesis as a reagent for benzoylation.
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Acute Tox. 4; Skin Corr. 1B; Skin Sens. 1
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 7412 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Corrosive, Irritant
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H302: Harmful if swallowed; H312: Harmful in contact with skin; H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Corrosive to metals; may cause severe skin burns and eye damage.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Benzoyl chloride
- CAS No.
- 98-88-4
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. Seek medical attention immediately.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Burning sensation, coughing, shortness of breath, redness, and pain in skin or eyes.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- The vapour is heavier than air.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area. Wear appropriate protective equipment. Contain spill and absorb with inert material.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use in a fume hood. Wear gloves, goggles, and protective clothing.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- See Chemical Dangers. Separated from food and feedstuffs and incompatible materials. Dry. Well closed.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Handle with gloves.
- Eye protection
- Tightly fitting safety goggles. Faceshield (8-inch minimum).
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respirator if ventilation is inadequate.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Colorless to pale yellow
- Odour
- Penetrating odor
- Odour threshold
- No data available
- pH value
- No data available
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- No data available
- Melting point
- -0.5 °C
- Freezing point
- No data available
- Boiling point
- 201 °C
- Flash point
- 72 °C (162 °F) - closed cup
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 197.2 °C
- Decomposition temperature
- No data available
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not flammable
- Vapour pressure
- VP: 1 mm Hg at 32.1 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 4.88 (Air = 1)
- Density
- 1.2070 at 25 °C/4 °C
- Solubility
- Decomposed by water, alcohol
- Log Pow
- No data available
- Viscosity, kinematic
- No data available
- Viscosity, dynamic
- No data available
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- No data available
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Reacts violently with water, releasing hydrochloric acid.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on contact with hot surfaces or flames. This produces highly toxic and corrosive gases (phosgene and hydrogen chloride). Decomposes rapidly on heating and on contact with alkalis, alcohols, amines and dimethyl sulphoxide (see ICSC 0459).
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Water, alcohols, amines, strong bases.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions: Carbon oxides, hydrogen chloride gas.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 2460 mg/kg; LD50 Rabbit dermal 790 mg/kg; LC50 Rat inhalation 1870 mg/cu m 2 hr
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- 1736
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- 1736
- UN-No. (IATA)
- 1736
- UN-No. (ADN)
- 1736
- UN-No. (RID)
- 1736
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Benzoyl chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Benzoyl chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Benzoyl chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Benzoyl chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Benzoyl chloride
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 8
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- II
- Packing group (IMDG)
- II
- Packing group (IATA)
- II
- Packing group (ADN)
- II
- Packing group (RID)
- II
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as a benzoylating reagent for introducing benzoyl groups onto alcohols and amines in organic synthesis.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL00256
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 140.57 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 98% | 99.5% |
| Water content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Related substances | Not more than 1% | 0.5% |
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow liquid | Pale yellow liquid |
| Density | 1.21 g/mL | 1.20 g/mL |
The above product is expected to comply with 98% grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | ≥ 98% | m.p. -0.5 °C; b.p. 201 °C | ≤ 0.5% | Not applicable | Not more than 1% | Decomposed by water, alcohol |
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