2-(Chloromethyl)phenethyl benzoate CAS 168476-58-2

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.168476-58-2
Molecular FormulaC16H15ClO2
Molecular Weight274.74 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

2-(Chloromethyl)phenethyl benzoate CAS 168476-58-2 chemical structure

Description

2-(Chloromethyl)phenethyl benzoate (CAS 168476-58-2) is a high-purity pharmaceutical standards reference standard from CATO, an ISO 17034 accredited reference material producer. Molecular formula: C16H15ClO2. Molecular weight: 274.74 g/mol. Each batch is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (COA).

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC16H15ClO2
Molecular Weight274.74 g/mol
AppearancePale yellow to yellow crystalline powder. (slight halide-like odor)
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, protect from light, keep tightly closed to prevent evaporation
Solubility (reference)Soluble in chloroform, dichloromethane, ethyl acetate, DMSO
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Light-sensitive; avoid direct strong light; Contains ester bond; hydrolyzes under strong alkaline conditions
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)9.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)2005
Halogen ContentCl-containing

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