Benzotrichloride

Independent reference data for Benzotrichloride (CAS 98-07-7), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Benzotrichloride is used extensively in the dye industry. Benzotrichloride is also used in the manufacture of benzoyl chloride, chlorinated toluenes, and benzotrifluoride and as a dyestuff intermediate.Used as a chemical intermediate; [ACGIH]

Synonyms and trade names

BENZOTRICHLORIDE; 98-07-7; (Trichloromethyl)benzene; alpha,alpha,alpha-Trichlorotoluene; Phenylchloroform; Toluene trichloride; 1-(Trichloromethyl)benzene; Benzenyl trichloride; Phenyltrichloromethane; Trichlorophenylmethane; Benzene, (trichloromethyl)-; Benzyl trichloride; Benzylidyne chloride; Phenyl chloroform; Benzoic trichloride; Trichlormethylbenzol

Regulatory listings held on file

GHS notification summary	100% (37 / 37)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	100% (37 / 37)
Reported hazard statements	H302, H315, H318, H331, H335, H350, H317 (71.6%), H330 (71%)

H302: Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]

H315: Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]

What the public record says

Benzotrichloride · CAS 98-07-7 · C7H5Cl3. UNII U62VHG99AM. Boiling Point: 429.4 °F at 760 mmHg (EPA, 1998); Boiling Point: 221 °C; Boiling Point: 429.4 °F.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.