612-12-4 | 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene

Packsize	Purity	Availability	Price	Discounted Price
1g	95%	in stock	$19.00	$13.00
5g	95%	in stock	$36.00	$25.00
25g	95%	in stock	$46.00	$32.00
100g	95%	in stock	$152.00	$107.00
500g	95%	in stock	$578.00	$405.00

Description

• Catalog Number: AB57060
• Chemical Name: 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene
• CAS Number: 612-12-4
• Molecular Formula: C8H8Cl2
• Molecular Weight: 175.0551
• MDL Number: MFCD00000903
• SMILES: ClCc1ccccc1CCl
• NSC Number: 71934

Computed Properties

• Complexity: 81.3
• Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
• Heavy Atom Count: 10
• Rotatable Bond Count: 2
• XLogP3: 2.7

Upstream Synthesis Route

1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene is a versatile chemical compound that finds wide application in chemical synthesis processes. Known for its ability to act as a bifunctional building block, this compound plays a crucial role in the creation of various complex organic molecules. In chemical synthesis, 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene acts as a key intermediate in the formation of polymers, resins, and pharmaceutical compounds. Its unique structure allows it to participate in a range of reactions, such as nucleophilic substitution and condensation reactions, leading to the synthesis of diverse products.Furthermore, 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene can be utilized for the modification of organic molecules, where its chloromethyl groups serve as reactive sites for further functionalization. This compound's versatility and reactivity make it an indispensable tool in the arsenal of synthetic chemists looking to create novel compounds with tailored properties.Overall, 1,2-Bis(chloromethyl)benzene’s role in chemical synthesis extends beyond mere reactivity; it serves as a linchpin in the construction of intricate molecular architectures with applications across various industries.

Literature

• Synthesis of (1R,4S,6R)-5,5,6-trimethyl-2-phosphabicyclo[2.2.2]octane and derivatives.

  Dalton transactions (Cambridge, England : 2003) 20100428

• Preparation of new nitrogen-bridged heterocycles. 51. Syntheses and structures of compounds having two indolizine nuclei in a molecule.

  Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin 20011101