Compound Q&A
What is 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene (CAS: 612-12-4)?
Answer
1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene is a chloromethylated aromatic hydrocarbon with the chemical formula C8H6Cl2. It is a colorless to light yellow liquid with a mild aromatic odor. This compound is used primarily in the synthesis of other organic compounds and as a chemical intermediate.
About
CAS No
612-12-4
English Name
1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene
Molecular Formula
C8H8Cl2
Molecular Weight
175.06 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C(=C1)CCl)CCl
InChIKey
FMGGHNGKHRCJLL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-04 23:41
