Assay: ≥99%
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low melting solid
Packaging: 25kg/drum, 1kg/bottle (Customizable)
Sample: Available
Chlorodiphenylmethane CAS 90-99-3
Description
Chlorodiphenylmethane Details
Chemical Name: Chlorodiphenylmethane
Cas No.:90-99-3
Molecular Fomula: C13H11Cl
Molecular Weight:202.68
Appearance: Transparent Colorless To Yellow Liquid
Assay：≥99.0
Chlorodiphenylmethane Typical Properties
| Items | Specification |
| Melting Point | 15-17 °C(Lit.) |
| Flash Point | >230 °F |
| Boiling Point | 140 °C3 Mm Hg(Lit.) |
| Density | 1.14 g/Ml At 25 °C(Lit.) |
Product Introduction:
Chlorodiphenylmethane, commonly known as Benzhydryl chloride, is an organic compound consisting of a methane group where two hydrogen atoms are replaced by phenyl groups and one by a chlorine atom. It typically appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid or a low-melting crystalline solid.
This compound is a highly reactive intermediate due to the presence of a benzylic chloride, making it a valuable building block in various organic synthesis pathways, particularly for the introduction of the diphenylmethyl (benzhydryl) group.
Main Uses:
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Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Chlorodiphenylmethane is a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceutical active ingredients (APIs). It is particularly important for introducing the benzhydryl moiety, which is found in many antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine, hydroxyzine), antispasmodics, and other central nervous system agents.
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Organic Synthesis: It serves as a versatile alkylating agent in general organic synthesis. The benzylic chloride is prone to nucleophilic substitution reactions, allowing for the facile introduction of the benzhydryl group onto various nucleophiles (e.g., alcohols, amines, thiols, carbanions). It can also be used to form Grignard reagents or other organometallic compounds.
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Dyestuff Intermediates: It is used in the synthesis of certain dyestuffs and pigments, where the diphenylmethyl structure can contribute to color properties or stability.
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Specialty Chemicals: It acts as a precursor for the production of other specialty chemicals, including some polymers and materials with specific properties.
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Protecting Group Chemistry: In some specialized contexts, the benzhydryl group can be used as a protecting group for alcohols, amines, or carboxylic acids due to its bulky nature and ease of deprotection.
Chlorodiphenylmethane Packaging And Shipping
Customized According To Customer Needs.
Chlorodiphenylmethane Storage
It Should Be Stored In a Clean, Dry And Cool Place, Preventing From Sunlight, Rain.