4-Chlorobenzotrichloride

HCID 21277

Basic information

CAS
5216-25-1
Standard SMILES
Clc1ccc(C(Cl)(Cl)Cl)cc1
InChIKey
LVZPKYYPPLUECL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Molecular formula
C7H4Cl4
Average molar mass
229.9 g/mol
Monoisotopic mass
227.90671085

Overview

p-a,a,a-Tetrachlorotoluene can cause cancer according to The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Names & identifiers

Preferred name
4-Chlorobenzotrichloride
IUPAC
1-chloro-4-(trichloromethyl)benzene
English name
4-Chlorobenzotrichloride
Molecular formula
C7H4Cl4
Molecular weight
229.92

Names & synonyms

4-CHLOROBENZOTRICHLORIDE5216-25-11-Chloro-4-(trichloromethyl)benzeneBenzene, 1-chloro-4-(trichloromethyl)-p-ChlorophenyltrichloromethaneDTXSID2027593alpha,alpha,alpha-Trichloro-4-chlorotoluene1UP9GJU33Sp,alpha,alpha,alpha-TetrachlorotolueneToluene, p,alpha,alpha,alpha-tetrachloro-DTXCID607593AAATCT
Show more names
α,α,α,4-tetrachlorotoluenePCTCorobenzotrichLTetrachlorotoluene4-Chlorobenzotrichlo4-Chlorbenzotrichloridp-Chlorbenzotrichlorid4-chlorobenzotrichloridClotrimazole Impurity 5
4,alpha,alpha,alpha-TetrachlorotolueneRefChem:98556P-CHLORO-ALPHA,ALPHA,ALPHA-TRICHLOROTOLUENE226-009-1p-Chlorobenzotrichloridealpha,alpha,alpha,4-Tetrachlorotoluenep-TrichloromethylchlorobenzeneFluoxetine Impurity 12

Database identifiers

CAS
5216-25-1
PubChem CID
21277
DTXSID
DTXSID2027593
ChEMBL
CHEMBL2137820
UNII
1UP9GJU33S
EC Number
226-009-1
Nikkaji
J38.180B

Properties

Computed structural properties

XLogP
4.6
Topological polar surface area
0 Ų
Hydrogen bond donors
0
Hydrogen bond acceptors
0
Rotatable bonds
0
Heavy atoms
11

Experimental & physicochemical properties

Chemical ClassesOther Classes -> Halogenated Monoaromatics
SpringerMaterials PropertiesDensity
Boiling Point473 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Vapor Pressure0.03 [mmHg]
Physical Description · 2 items

Alpha, alpha, alpha, para-tetrachlorotoluene is a clear colorless liquid.

Colorless to yellow liquid; [MSDSonline]

Physicochemical properties

Melting point
5.8 °C · 5.8 °C
Boiling point
245 °C · 245 °C(lit.)
Density
1.495 g/mL · 1.495 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
refractive index
20 · n20/D 1.572(lit.)
Flash point
230 °F · >230 °F
storage temp.
2 · Storage temp. 2-8°C

Safety & regulation

GHS classification

GHS Classification · 6 items

Danger

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

P203, P260, P261, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301+P317, P302+P352, P304+P340, P317, P318, P319, P321, P330, P332+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement)

Danger

H302+H312 (44.7%): Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin [Warning Acute toxicity, oral; acute toxicity, dermal]

P203, P260, P261, P264, P264+P265, P270, P271, P272, P273, P280, P301+P317, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P317, P318, P319, P321, P330, P332+P317, P333+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement)

Hazard information

Regulatory Information · 3 items

Chemical: Benzene, 1-chloro-4-(trichloromethyl)-

Hazard Traits - Carcinogenicity

Status: Active Update: 26-02-2021 https://echa.europa.eu/registration-dossier/-/registered-dossier/2193

Other Safety InformationIMAP assessments - Benzene, 1-chloro-4-(trichloromethyl)-: Human health tier II assessment
DOT LabelCorrosive
Fire HazardsFlash point data for this compound are not available, however, it is probably combustible. (NTP, 1992)
Health HazardsACUTE/CHRONIC HAZARDS: Corrosive; Lachrymator. (NTP, 1992)
Hazards Summary · 1 item

Lachrymator; [CAMEO] A skin and respiratory tract irritant; [ESIS] An irritant; Harmful if skin contact or ingested; May cause chemical pneumonitis after inhalation of high concentrations; May cause cancer based on animal evidence; [MSDSonline]

Safety & protection

Fire FightingTo extinguish a fire involving this chemical you may use a dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam or halon extinguisher; a water spray may also be used. (NTP, 1992)
First Aid · 1 item

EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.

Nonfire Spill Response · 1 item

SMALL SPILLS AND LEAKAGE: If you should spill this chemical, use absorbent paper to pick up all liquid spill material. Your contaminated clothing and absorbent paper should be sealed in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Solvent wash all contaminated surfaces with acetone followed by washing with a strong soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminated area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned.

Isolation and EvacuationExcerpt from ERG Guide 154 [Substances - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Non-Combustible)]:
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)MINIMUM PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: If Tyvek-type disposable protective clothing is not worn during handling of this chemical, wear disposable Tyvek-type sleeves taped to your gloves.

Toxicology

Adverse EffectsLacrimator (Lachrymator) - A substance that irritates the eyes and induces the flow of tears.
Toxicity DataLC50 (rat) = 125 mg/m3
RAIS Toxicity Values · 6 items

5e-05

SCREEN Current

6e-05

SCREEN Current

0.0006

PPRTV Current

EPA Provisional Peer-Reviewed Toxicity Values · 6 items

p-α,α,α-Tetrachlorotoluene

6 x 10^-5 mg/kg-day

6 x 10^-4 mg/kg-day

5 x 10^-5 mg/m^3

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Likely to be carcinogenic to humans

Hazard Quotient Level 0.1 or Cancer Risk Level 1E-06 · 6 items

4.30e-02

2.00e-01

1.70e-03

5.00e+00

5.7e-06

1.60e+01

Hazard Quotient Level 3 or Cancer Risk Level 1E-04 · 6 items

4.30e+00

2.00e+01

1.70e-01

5.00e+00

1.60e+01

6e-05

Safety data

wgk
3
tsca
TSCA listed
rtecs
XT8580000
ridadr
UN 1760 8/PG 2
hs_code
29039990
Toxicity
LD50 orl-rat: 820 mg/kg EPASR* 8EHQ-0281-0360

Chemistry & industry

Uses & manufacturing

UsesIntermediate for pharmaceuticals, dyes, and other organic chemicals; [Hawley]
General Manufacturing InformationBenzene, 1-chloro-4-(trichloromethyl)-: ACTIVE
Applications · 4 items

Descriptionp-Chlorobenzotrichloride, an organochloride,is a flammable, water-white liquid. Molecularweight=229.92; Specific gravity (H2O:1)=1.49; Boilingpoint=254℃; Melting/Freezing point=5-6℃; Flashpoint=.110℃; Autoignition temperature=500-505℃.Hazard Identification (based on NFPA 704 M RatingSystem): Health 3, Flammability 1, Reactivity 0.Decomposes in water.

UsesSame as o-chlorobenzotrichloride.

Uses4-Chlorobenzotrichloride is a useful reactant in organic synthesis.

General DescriptionClear colorless liquid.

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