DICHLOROBENZYL ALCOHOL

Description

2,4-Dichlorobenzyl alcohol · CAS 1777-82-8 · C7H6Cl2O. UNII 1NKX3648J9. Boiling Point: 150; Melting Point: 55-58 ºC; LogP: 2.36.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	1777-82-8
PubChem CID	15684
Molecular formula	C7H6Cl2O
IUPAC name	(2,4-dichlorophenyl)methanol
UNII (FDA)	1NKX3648J9

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	177.02
XLogP3	2.5
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	1
Rotatable Bond Count	1
Exact Mass	175.9795702
Monoisotopic Mass	175.9795702
Topological Polar Surface Area	20.2
Heavy Atom Count	10
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	150
Melting Point	55-58 ºC
LogP	2.36

Physical description & handling notes

• Slightly Soluble

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	CIR / INCI: Preservative
GHS notification summary	0.2% (1 / 400)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	0.2% (1 / 400)
Reported hazard statements	H318 (31.2%), H332 (28.7%), H412 (96.8%)

Documented Uses

• Use (kg; approx.) in Germany (2009): >100
• Consumption (g per capita; approx.) in Germany (2009): 0.00122
• Information on 1 consumer products that contain Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol in the following categories is provided:
• Dichlorobenzyl alcohol in combination with [DB13908] is available in over-the-counter products used for symptomatic relief of acute sore throat and postoperative sore throat.
• R02AA03 - Dichlorobenzyl alcohol
• QR02AA03 - Dichlorobenzyl alcohol

Synonyms

2,4-Dichlorobenzyl alcohol; 1777-82-8; (2,4-Dichlorophenyl)methanol; Dybenal; Dichlorobenzyl alcohol; Rapidosept; 2,4-Dichlorobenzenemethanol; Benzyl alcohol, 2,4-dichloro-; NSC-15635; DTXSID9041362; CHEBI:48220; 1NKX3648J9; DTXCID7021362; RefChem:133037; DTXCID2075346; 217-210-5

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of 2,4-Dichlorobenzyl alcohol?

CAS 1777-82-8; molecular formula C7H6Cl2O; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is 2,4-Dichlorobenzyl alcohol known by?

2,4-Dichlorobenzyl alcohol, 1777-82-8, (2,4-Dichlorophenyl)methanol, Dybenal, Dichlorobenzyl alcohol, Rapidosept.

What is the regulatory status of 2,4-Dichlorobenzyl alcohol?

Documented regulatory listings: CIR / INCI: Preservative.

Is 2,4-Dichlorobenzyl alcohol classified as hazardous?

0.2% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (1 of 400).

What are the key physical properties of 2,4-Dichlorobenzyl alcohol?

Boiling Point: 150; Melting Point: 55-58 ºC; LogP: 2.36.

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