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Phenylacetyl chloride

SKU 11513420 CAS 103-80-0 C8H7ClO MW 154.59 Available on enquiry

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Phenylacetyl chloride is a reactive acyl chloride used in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It also serves as a laboratory reagent and as an intermediate for making esters used in flavorings. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a pungent odor. CAS: 103-80-0, Molecular Formula: C8H7ClO, Molecular Weight: 154.59 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Hazardous: Signal word Danger. Molekula supplies Phenylacetyl chloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
11513420
CAS Number
103-80-0
IUPAC Name
2-phenylacetyl chloride
EC Number
203-146-5
Molecular Formula
C8H7ClO
Molecular Weight
154.59
Exact Mass
154.0185
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)CC(=O)Cl
InChIKey
VMZCDNSFRSVYKQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C8H7ClO/c9-8(10)6-7-4-2-1-3-5-7/h1-5H,6H2
PubChem CID
7679

Synonyms

  • .alpha.-Phenylacetyl chloride
  • 2-phenylacetyl chloride
  • Acetyl chloride, phenyl-
  • Benzeneacetyl chloride
  • Chlorure de phenylacetyle
  • Cloruro de fenilacetilo
  • Phenacetyl chloride
  • Phenylacetic acid chloride
  • PHENYLACETIC CHLORIDE
  • UN 2577

Frequently asked questions

What is phenylacetyl chloride used for?

It is primarily used in organic synthesis for the production of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals, particularly as an acylating agent.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of phenylacetyl chloride?

The formula is C8H7ClO with a molecular weight of 154.59 g/mol.

How should phenylacetyl chloride be stored?

It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.

What grade of phenylacetyl chloride does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies phenylacetyl chloride in reagent grade.

Can Molekula supply phenylacetyl chloride in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply phenylacetyl chloride in bulk quantities upon request.

What documentation comes with a purchase of phenylacetyl chloride?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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