High-Purity Benzoyl Chloride CAS 98-88-4 from Aure Chemical: Stable Supply & Compliance
Benzoyl Chloride is a highly reactive acyl chloride widely used as a key building block in organic synthesis. As a colorless fuming liquid, it serves industries ranging from pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals to dyes, perfumes, and specialty polymers.
Basic Information
| CAS No. | 98-88-4 |
| EC No. | 202-710-8 |
| Linear Formula | C6H5COCl |
| Molecular Weight | 140.57 |
| Appearance | Colorless fuming liquid |
| Melting Point | -1 °C (lit.) |
| Boiling point | 198 °C (lit.) |
| Density | 1.211 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.) |
| RIDADR | UN 1736 Class 8, PG II |
| Chemical Structure |  |
Key Applications
Acylating Agent in Organic Synthesis: Primary reagent for benzoylation of alcohols, amines, and phenols to produce esters, amides, and other valuable derivatives.
Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Intermediates: Critical building block for active pharmaceutical ingredients and herbicide synthesis.
Production of Benzoyl Peroxide: Key precursor for polymerization initiators and bleaching agents used in plastics and personal care.
Dyes, Perfumes & Fragrances: Essential in manufacturing dye intermediates, benzophenone, and perfume fixatives.
Specialty Chemicals & Polymers: Employed in plasticizers, resins, and functional materials production.
Safety and Storage
Benzoyl Chloride is moisture-sensitive and reacts violently with water, releasing corrosive HCl gas. Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated areas in tightly sealed, corrosion-resistant containers under dry inert atmosphere. Always consult the latest SDS and use appropriate PPE.
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Hazards Classification
GHS Classification: Skin Corrosion Category 1B (GHS05), Acute Toxicity Category 3 (Inhalation, GHS06), Acute Toxicity Category 4 (Oral/Dermal), Skin Sensitization Category 1, Flammable Liquid Category 4.
Hazard Statements: H302 + H312 (Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin), H314 (Causes severe skin burns and eye damage), H317 (May cause an allergic skin reaction), H331 (Toxic if inhaled), H227 (Combustible liquid).
UN Number: UN 1736
Hazard Class: 8 (Corrosive)
Packing Group: II
Corrosive
Acute Toxicity
