Benzoyl chloride
كلوريد البنزويل · Benzoylchlorid · Cloruro de benzoílo · بنزوئیل کلرید · Chlorure de benzoyle · Benzoil-klorid · Benzoil klorida · Cloruro di benzoile · 塩化ベンゾイル · 염화 벤조일 · Benzoylchloride · Chlorek benzoilu
| CAS | 98-88-4 |
|---|---|
| EC | 202-710-8 |
| UN | 1736 |
| Formula | C7H5ClO |
| Molar mass | 140.56 g/mol |
| LEL | 2.5 % vol |
| UEL | 27.0 % vol |
| Flash point | 71.9 °C |
| Autoignition temperature | 197 °C |
| Temperature class | T4 |
| Relative density of the gas or vapour (air = 1) | 4.85 |
| GHS | Danger · H302, H312, H314, H317, H332 |
Benzoyl chloride is an acyl chloride consisting of benzene in which a hydrogen is replaced by an acyl chloride group. It is an important chemical intermediate for the manufacture of other chemicals, dyes, perfumes, herbicides and pharmaceuticals. Benzoyl chloride appears as a colorless fuming liquid with a pungent odor. Flash point 162 °F. Lachrymator, irritating to skin and eyes.