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CAS 3587-60-8 — Benzyl chloromethylether

Benzyl chloromethylether is a reactive intermediate primarily used in organic synthesis, particularly for forming protective groups in carbohydrate and peptide chemistry. It serves as a key reagent in glycosylation reactions and the preparation of benzyl ethers. This clear, colorless liquid has a CAS number of 3587-60-8, a molecular formula of C8H9ClO (not C13H16O2), and a molecular weight of 156.61 g/mol. It is stable at ambient storage conditions and carries no signal word under standard handling. Molekula supplies Benzyl chloromethylether from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.