Benzoyl chloride

Benzoyl chloride

Benzoic acid chloride; Alpha-chlorobenzaldehyde; Benzenecarbonyl chloride; BzCl

CAS 98-88-4

Chemical Formula C6H5COCl

Molecular Weight 140.57 g/mol

Benzoyl chloride, also known as benzenecarbonyl chloride, is an organochlorine compound with the formula C7H5ClO. It is a colourless, fuming liquid with an irritating odour, and consists of a benzene ring with an acyl chloride substituent. It is mainly useful for the production of peroxides but is generally useful in other areas such as in the preparation of dyes, perfumes, pharmaceuticals, and resins.

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Industrial Uses

1. Agrochemicals

  • Intermediate: Used as Essential intermediate for synthesizing herbicides (benzinoxone) and insecticides (benzoate and hydrazine derivatives)

2. Paints, Coatings & Adhesive

  • Precursor: It serves as a precursor for various chemicals, including benzyl esters and ethers, which are used as solvents, plasticizers, and additives in these applications.

3. Pharmaceuticals

  • Intermediate: Serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Specifically, it is used in the production of benzoyl peroxide

4. Fabric Solutions

  • Intermediate: Used primarily as a chemical intermediate for producing dyes and pigments, and as a treatment to modify fibers. It's also used in certain finishing processes to enhance the properties of textiles.

5. Performance Chemicals 

  • Acylating agent: It is a versatile acylating agent in organic synthesis, used to introduce a benzoyl group (C6H5CO-) into various molecules. It reacts readily with nucleophiles like amines, alcohols, and water, forming amides, esters, and benzoic acid, respectively.

6.  Polymers & Resins

  • Precursor: As a precursor for benzoyl peroxide, a widely used polymerization initiator. It also serves as a building block for various other polymers and resins.

Specifications

Assay 99%
Appearance Colourless to pale yellow liquid
Odor Pungent, irritating
Boiling Point 197 °C (387 °F)
Melting Point -1 °C (30.2 °F)
Density 1.21 g/cm3
Solubility Reacts with water; soluble in organic solvents
Viscosity 1.7 mPa·s at 25°C
Flash Point 72°C

Hazard Symbols

Corrosives
Acute Toxicity
Irritants/Sensitisers/Other Hazards

FAQs

1. What is the current price of Benzoyl chloride in India?
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2. Where can I buy Benzoyl chloride in India?
You can purchase Benzoyl chloride from MULTICHEM, a leading importer with a reputation for quality and reliability. We provide convenient options for bulk orders and direct shipments across India. For more details on how to place an order, please visit our website or contact our sales team.

3. What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Benzoyl Chloride?
Our minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Benzoyl chloride is designed to cater to both small-scale and large-scale needs. The MOQ depends on the packing size of the product which could range from 25 kg to 250kg.

4. How can I ensure the quality of Benzoyl chloride supplied by Multichem?                    
We adhere to stringent quality control processes to ensure that our products meet the highest standards of purity and effectiveness. They undergo rigorous testing and quality checks to guarantee that they comply with industry specifications. We provide a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) with every shipment to ensure transparency and quality assurance.