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2-Chlorotoluene, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: B23596.22
100 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

2-Chlorotoluene, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: B23596.22
100 g, Each
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Catalog number: B23596.22
also known as B23596-22
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
95-49-8
IUPAC Name
1-chloro-2-methylbenzene
Molecular Formula
C7H7Cl
InChI Key
IBSQPLPBRSHTTG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
CC1=CC=CC=C1Cl
Appearance (Color)
Clear colorless
Assay (GC)
≥97.5%
Refractive Index
1.5235-1.5265 @ 20?C
Form
Liquid
Identification (FTIR)
Conforms

Description

2-Chlorotoluene is used for permanganate oxidation to give o-chlorobenzoic acid. It is used in the preparation of 3-chloro-4-methylcatechol and 4-chloro-3-methylcatechol.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
2-Chlorotoluene is used for permanganate oxidation to give o-chlorobenzoic acid. It is used in the preparation of 3-chloro-4-methylcatechol and 4-chloro-3-methylcatechol.

Solubility
Slightly soluble in water.

Notes
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Incompatible materials are oxidizing agents.
RUO – Research Use Only

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    Classification of the substance or mixture
    CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
    Flammable liquids
    Category 3
    Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapors
    Category 4
    Reproductive Toxicity
    Category 2
    Acute aquatic toxicity
    Category 1
    Chronic aquatic toxicity
    Category 1
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    Hazard Statements

    H332 - Harmful if inhaled

    H361d - Suspected of damaging the unborn child

    H410 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

    Physical Hazards

    H226 - Flammable liquid and vapor

    Precautionary Statements

    P273 - Avoid release to the environment

    P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

    P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing

    P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician

    P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking