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Phenylacetyl chloride, 98%
Description
Phenylacetyl chloride is used in the preparation of 1,2-diphenyl-ethanone by reaction with iodobenzene using tetrabutylammonium tetrafluoroborate as a phase transfer catalyst. It is widely used in the chemical industry for manufacturing dyes and pharmaceutical products. It plays an important role in the preparation of penicillin. Further, it is used to prepare esters for flavorings.
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Phenylacetyl chloride is used in the preparation of 1,2-diphenyl-ethanone by reaction with iodobenzene using tetrabutylammonium tetrafluoroborate as a phase transfer catalyst. It is widely used in the chemical industry for manufacturing dyes and pharmaceutical products. It plays an important role in the preparation of penicillin. Further, it is used to prepare esters for flavorings.
Solubility
Miscible with alcohol and ether.
Notes
Moisture sensitive. Store in a cool place.Incompatible with amines, most common metals, strong bases and strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
| Density | 1.168 |
| Boiling Point | 225°C |
| Flash Point | 102°C (215°F) |
| Refractive Index | 1.5325 |
| Quantity | 100 g |
| UN Number | UN2577 |
| Beilstein | 742254 |
| Sensitivity | Moisture sensitive |
| Solubility Information | Miscible with alcohol and ether. |
| Formula Weight | 154.6 |
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