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1,2-Dichlorobenzene, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A13881.36
500 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

1,2-Dichlorobenzene, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A13881.36
500 g, Each
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Catalog number: A13881.36
also known as A13881-36
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
95-50-1
IUPAC Name
1,2-dichlorobenzene
Molecular Formula
C6H4Cl2
InChI Key
RFFLAFLAYFXFSW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
ClC1=CC=CC=C1Cl
Form
Liquid
Refractive Index
1.5500-1.5530 @ 20°C
Appearance (Color)
Clear colorless
Assay from Suppliers CofA
≥98.5% (U.S. specification)
Identification (FTIR)
Conforms (non-U.S. specification)

Description

1,2-Dichlorobenzene is widely used as a precursor to prepare 1,2-dichloro-4-nitrobenzene, which is an intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals. It acts as a solvent for fullerenes. It is also used in softening and removing carbon-based contamination on metal surfaces. It also used as food preservative, motor oil additive, lubricant and paint.

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
1,2-Dichlorobenzene is widely used as a precursor to prepare 1,2-dichloro-4-nitrobenzene, which is an intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals. It acts as a solvent for fullerenes. It is also used in softening and removing carbon-based contamination on metal surfaces. It also used as food preservative, motor oil additive, lubricant and paint.

Solubility
Miscible with water and most of the organic solvents.

Notes
Keep away from sources of ignition. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
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    Classification of the substance or mixture
    CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
    Acute oral toxicity
    Category 4
    Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapors
    Category 4
    Skin Corrosion/Irritation
    Category 2
    Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation
    Category 2
    Skin Sensitization
    Category 1
    Specific target organ toxicity - (single exposure)
    Category 3
    Acute aquatic toxicity
    Category 1
    Chronic aquatic toxicity
    Category 1
    Label Elements
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    Warning

    Hazard Statements

    H302 + H332 - Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled

    H315 - Causes skin irritation

    H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction

    H319 - Causes serious eye irritation

    H335 - May cause respiratory irritation

    H410 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

    EU Specific Hazard Statements

    Combustible liquid

    Precautionary Statements

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

    P301 + P330 + P331 - IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting

    P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water

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

    P312 - Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell

    P332 + P313 - If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention

    P333 + P313 - If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention

    P337 + P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention