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4-Chlorobenzenesulfonyl chloride
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4-Chlorobenzenesulfonyl chloride is an aromatic sulfonyl chloride reagent widely used in organic synthesis for sulfonylation reactions, pharmaceutical intermediate production, and dye manufacturing. It serves as a key building block in creating sulfonamides, sulfonic acids, and other sulfur-containing compounds. This chemical has a CAS number of 98-60-2, a molecular formula of C6H4Cl2O2S, and a molecular weight of 211.07 g/mol. It is stored under ambient conditions but requires careful handling due to its hazardous nature, indicated by the signal word "Danger." Molekula supplies 4-Chlorobenzenesulfonyl chloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to light yellow powder |
| Melting Point | 50 - 55 Deg C |
| Water | <0.5% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay | >99% |
| Free acid | <0.1% |
| Chlorobenzene | <0.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 108 °C |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 55 °C |
| Boiling Point | 141 °C at 15 mmHg |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.00117 mmHg |
Source: PubChem CID 7398 (HSDB, Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 24266104 |
| CAS Number | 98-60-2 |
| IUPAC Name | 4-chlorobenzenesulfonyl chloride |
| EC Number | 202-685-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H4Cl2O2S |
| Molecular Weight | 211.07 |
| Exact Mass | 209.9309 |
| SMILES | C1=CC(=CC=C1S(=O)(=O)Cl)Cl |
| InChIKey | ZLYBFBAHAQEEQQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H4Cl2O2S/c7-5-1-3-6(4-2-5)11(8,9)10/h1-4H |
| PubChem CID | 7398 |
| UN Number | UN3261 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2904994700 |
| Tariff Code | 2904990040 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
Hazard statements
- H303 May be harmful if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P284 Wear respiratory protection
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P304+341 IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 4-chlorobenzene-1-sulfonyl chloride
- 4-CHLOROPHENYLSULFONYL CHLORIDE
- Benzenesulfonyl chloride, 4-chloro-
- Benzenesulfonyl chloride, pchloro
- Chlorid kyseliny pchlorbensulfonove
- p-Chlorobenzenesulfochloride
- pChlorbenzensulfochlorid
- pChlorobenzenesulfonyl chloride
- pChlorophenylsulfonyl chloride
- ZLYBFBAHAQEEQQ-UHFFFAOYSA-
Frequently asked questions
What is 4-Chlorobenzenesulfonyl chloride commonly used for?
It is primarily used as a sulfonylating agent in organic synthesis, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals for introducing sulfonyl groups into molecules.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 4-Chlorobenzenesulfonyl chloride?
The formula is **C₆H₄Cl₂O₂S**, and the molecular weight is **211.07 g/mol**.
How should 4-Chlorobenzenesulfonyl chloride be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from moisture, heat, and incompatible materials.
What grades or purities are available for this product?
Molekula supplies it in **technical grade** and **reagent grade** (typically ≥98% purity).
Can Molekula supply 4-Chlorobenzenesulfonyl chloride in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk packaging options (e.g., drums, IBCs) for large-scale industrial or research needs.
What documentation is provided with an order of this product?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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