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Phenylmagnesium chloride

Phenylmagnesium Chloride 2.0 M In Tetrahdyrofuran · Phenylmagnesiu · Chlorphenylmagnesium · chlorophenyl-magnesiu · Phenylchloromagnesium · chlorophenylmagnesium · Magnesium, chlorophenyl- · PHENYLMAGNESIUM CHLORIDE

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Phenylmagnesium chloride molecular structure

Identifiers & Physical Properties

CAS No.100-59-4
Molecular formulaC6H5ClMg
Average molar mass136.86 g/mol
SMILES[Cl-].[Mg+2].[c-]1ccccc1
InChIKeyIWCVDCOJSPWGRW-UHFFFAOYSA-M
PubChem CID7513
ChEBICHEBI:51490
EC No.202-868-8
DTXSIDDTXSID8059215

Chemical & Physical Properties

Topological polar surface area0
Hydrogen bond donors0
Hydrogen bond acceptors2
Rotatable bonds0
Heavy atoms8
Formal charge0
Complexity100
Chemical classesMetals -> Metals, Organic Compounds
DensityA solution which is about 3 molar has an approximate strength of 48%, and a density (20/4 °C) of about 1.150.98 g/mL at 20 °C
Color/FormCrystals
SolubilityReacts with waterSoluble in tetrahydrofuranSoluble in ether (ethyl ether, other ethers may be used as solvents)It reacts violently with water.
Physical DescriptionLiquidSolution in 73% tetrahydrofuran: Dark liquid[MSDSonline]
Other Experimental PropertiesReacts with water, steam or acids to produce toxic and flammable vapors with evolution of heat.
Melting point89-90℃
Boiling point230℃ (8 Torr)
Flash point1 °F
Storage conditions2-8°C
Physical statesolution
SensitivityAir & Moisture Sensitive
Merck14,7298
BRN3587900
InChIInChI=1S/C6H5.ClH.Mg/c1-2-4-6-5-3-1/h1-5H1H/q+1/p-1
InChIKeyGQONLASZRVFGHI-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILESC1([Mg]Cl)C=CC=CC=1
CAS DataBase Reference100-59-4(CAS DataBase Reference)
FDA UNII739Y484F5H
EPA Substance Registry SystemMagnesium, chlorophenyl- (100-59-4)
UNSPSC Code12352103
NACRESNA.22
GHS pictogramGHS02,GHS05,GHS07,GHS08
Signal wordDanger
GHS hazard statementsH371-H372-H261-H312-H318-H333-H225-H302-H314-H335-H351
GHS precautionary statementsP223-P303+P361+P353-P501a-P210-P260-P280-P305+P351+P338-P370+P378-P403+P235-P233-P240-P241+P242+P243-P264-P270-P271-P301+P330+P331+P310-P303+P361+P353+P310+P363-P304+P340+P310-P305+P351+P338+P310-P308+P311-P403+P233-P405-P501
Target organsCentral nervous system, Respiratory system
Personal protective equipment (PPE)Faceshields, Gloves, Goggles, type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter
Hazard symbolsF,C
Risk statements (R)14-19-20/21/22-34-67-65-63-48/20-11-40-37
Safety statements (S)26-36/37/39-45-62-33-16
UN transport numberUN 2924 3/PG 2
Water hazard class (WGK)2
F10
TSCA inventory statusTSCA listed
Hazard class8Carc. 2Eye Dam. 1Flam. Liq. 2Skin Corr. 1BSTOT SE 3
Packing groupII
Customs code29319090
Storage class3 - Flammable liquids
Hazardous substances data100-59-4(Hazardous Substances Data)
REACH registrationsActive

Safety & Regulations

GHS classificationDangerH225 (77.4%): Highly Flammable liquid and vapor [Danger Flammable liquids]P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P260, P264, P264+P265, P280, P301+P330+P331, P302+P361+P354, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P305+P354+P338, P316, P317, P321, P363, P370+P378, P403+P235, P405, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement)Aggregated GHS information provided per 177 reports by companies from 7 notifications to the ECHA C&L Inventory. Each notification may be associated with multiple companies.
Regulatory informationChemical: Magnesium, chlorophenyl-Magnesium, chlorophenyl- is listed on the EPA's Chemical Data Reporting (CDR) system. Manufacturers and importers of Magnesium, chlorophenyl- are required to report information about their production and use of this chemical to the EPA under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). (40 eCFR Part 711)Status: Active Update: 14-06-2022 https://echa.europa.eu/registration-dossier/-/registered-dossier/10694
Fire potentialReacts with water, steam or acids to produce toxic and flammable vapors with evolution of heat.Dangerous fire risk, solution highly flammable.
Hazards summaryReacts with water evolving toxic and flammable gases and heat[Merck Index] Reacts violently with waterExtremely flammableAn irritantMay cause serious eye injuryMay cause liver injuryCan be absorbed through skin[MSDSonline] See Cyclohexylmagnesium chloride and Methylmagnesium chloride.
Hazard Classes and CategoriesFlam. Liq. 2 (77.4%)
Hazardous Reactivities and IncompatibilitiesReacts with water, steam or acids to produce toxic and flammable vapors with evolution of heat
Disposal methodsSRP: Recycle any unused portion of the material for its approved use or return it to the manufacturer or supplier. Ultimate disposal of the chemical must consider: the material's impact on air qualitypotential migration in air, soil or watereffects on animal, aquatic and plant lifeand conformance with environmental and public health regulations. If it is possible or reasonable use an alternative chemical product with less inherent propensity for occupational harm/injury/toxicity or environmental contamination.
Environmental fateTERRESTRIAL FATE: Phenylmagnesium chloride reacts violently with water(1) and, therefore, leaching or volatilization in moist soil are not expected to be important fate processes(SRC). Reaction with water will be the dominant fate mechanism(SRC).AQUATIC FATE: Phenylmagnesium chloride reacts violently with water(1) and, therefore, hydrolysis will be the only important fate mechanism in the aquatic environment(SRC).ATMOSPHERIC FATE: Relevant vapor pressure data were not available for phenylmagnesium chloride(SRC, 2017). However, phenylmagnesium chloride reacts violently with water(1) and, therefore, both particulate phase and vapor phase phenylmagnesium chloride are expected to react with precipitation, cloud water, fog and possibly water vapor in the atmosphere(SRC).
Adverse effectsOccupational hepatotoxin - Secondary hepatotoxins: the potential for toxic effect in the occupational setting is based on cases of poisoning by human ingestion or animal experimentation.
Toxicity summaryIDENTIFICATION AND USE: Phenylmagnesium chloride is used as a Grignard reagent in organic synthesis, especially in the production of hydrocarbons, alcohols, ketones, organic acids, amines, silicones, boranes. HUMAN STUDIES: There are no data available. ANIMAL STUDIES: There are no data available.
Soil Adsorption/MobilityPhenylmagnesium chloride reacts violently with water(1)therefore, leaching in moist soil is not expected to be an important fate process(SRC).
Artificial Pollution SourcesPhenylmagnesium chloride's production and use in organic synthesis and as a Grignard reagent(1,2) may result in its release to the environment through various waste streams(SRC). Phenylmagnesium chloride is on the US DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) list of special surveillance chemicals used in clandestine drug manufacture(3).
Environmental BioconcentrationPhenylmagnesium chloride reacts violently with water(1)therefore, the potential for bioconcentration in aquatic organisms low or non-existent(SRC).
Volatilization from Water/SoilPhenylmagnesium chloride reacts violently with water(1)therefore, volatilization from water surfaces or moist soil is not expected to be an important fate process(SRC).
Environmental Abiotic DegradationPhenylmagnesium chloride reacts violently with water(1). Phenylmagnesium chloride reacts with water, steam or acids to produce toxic and flammable vapors(2). Hydrolysis of a phenylmagnesium halide produces benzene with a potential release of hydrogen halide vapors such as hydrochloric acid (HCl) vapors(3). Phenylmagnesium chloride is sensitive to light and exposure to sunlight may cause explosive peroxides to form in the commercially sold tetrahydrofuran solutions of phenylmagnesium chloride(4).
Probable Routes of Human ExposureOccupational exposure to phenylmagnesium chloride may occur through dermal contact with this compound at workplaces where phenylmagnesium chloride is produced or used(SRC). The general population is not expected to be exposed to phenylmagnesium chloride(SRC). A possible rare exposure to the general population may be possible in the vicinity of its use as a reagent during illicit drug manufacture. Phenylmagnesium chloride is on the US DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) list of special surveillance chemicals used in clandestine drug manufacture(1).
Environmental Fate/Exposure SummaryPhenylmagnesium chloride's production and use in organic synthesis and as a Grignard reagent may result in its release to the environment through various waste streams. Phenylmagnesium chloride is on the US DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) list of special surveillance chemicals used in clandestine drug manufacture. Phenylmagnesium chloride reacts violently with water, therefore, hydrolysis will be the dominant fate process in air, soil and water. Occupational exposure to phenylmagnesium chloride may occur through dermal contact with this compound at workplaces where phenylmagnesium chloride is produced or used. The general population is not expected to be exposed to phenylmagnesium chloride. A possible rare exposure to the general population may be possible in the vicinity of its use as a reagent during illicit drug manufacture. (SRC)
Antidote and Emergency Treatment/SRP:/ Immediate first aid: Ensure that adequate decontamination has been carried out. If patient is not breathing, start artificial respiration, preferably with a demand valve resuscitator, bag-valve-mask device, or pocket mask, as trained. Perform CPR if necessary. Immediately flush contaminated eyes with gently flowing water. Do not induce vomiting. If vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on the left side (head-down position, if possible) to maintain an open airway and prevent aspiration. Keep patient quiet and maintain normal body temperature. Obtain medical attention. /Poisons A and B//SRP:/ Basic treatment: Establish a patent airway (oropharyngeal or nasopharyngeal airway, if needed). Suction if necessary. Watch for signs of respiratory insufficiency and assist ventilations if needed. Administer oxygen by nonrebreather mask at 10 to 15 L/min. Monitor for pulmonary edema and treat if necessary ... . Monitor for shock and treat if necessary ... . Anticipate seizures and treat if necessary ... . For eye contamination, flush eyes immediately with water. Irrigate each eye continuously with 0.9% saline (NS) during transport ... . Do not use emetics. For ingestion, rinse mouth and administer 5 mL/kg up to 200 mL of water for dilution if the patient can swallow, has a strong gag reflex, and does not drool ... . Cover skin burns with dry sterile dressings after decontamination ... . /Poisons A and B//SRP:/ Advanced treatment: Consider orotracheal or nasotracheal intubation for airway control in the patient who is unconscious, has severe pulmonary edema, or is in severe respiratory distress. Positive-pressure ventilation techniques with a bag valve mask device may be beneficial. Consider drug therapy for pulmonary edema ... . Consider administering a beta agonist such as albuterol for severe bronchospasm ... . Monitor cardiac rhythm and treat arrhythmias as necessary ... . Start IV administration of D5W TKO /SRP: "To keep open", minimal flow rate/. Use 0.9% saline (NS) or lactated Ringer's (LR) if signs of hypovolemia are present. For hypotension with signs of hypovolemia, administer fluid cautiously. Watch for signs of fluid overload ... . Treat seizures with diazepam or lorazepam ... . Use proparacaine hydrochloride to assist eye irrigation ... . /Poisons A and B/
F10
Personal protective equipment (PPE)Faceshields, Gloves, Goggles, type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter
Water hazard class (WGK)2
TSCA inventory statusTSCA listed
UN transport numberUN 2924 3/PG 2
Customs code29319090
Risk statements (R)14-19-20/21/22-34-67-65-63-48/20-11-40-37
Signal wordDanger
GHS pictogramGHS02,GHS05,GHS07,GHS08
Hazard symbolsF,C
Safety statements (S)26-36/37/39-45-62-33-16
Hazard class8Carc. 2Eye Dam. 1Flam. Liq. 2Skin Corr. 1BSTOT SE 3
Storage class3 - Flammable liquids
Packing groupII
Target organsCentral nervous system, Respiratory system
GHS hazard statementsH371-H372-H261-H312-H318-H333-H225-H302-H314-H335-H351
REACH registrationsActive
GHS precautionary statementsP223-P303+P361+P353-P501a-P210-P260-P280-P305+P351+P338-P370+P378-P403+P235-P233-P240-P241+P242+P243-P264-P270-P271-P301+P330+P331+P310-P303+P361+P353+P310+P363-P304+P340+P310-P305+P351+P338+P310-P308+P311-P403+P233-P405-P501
Hazardous substances data100-59-4(Hazardous Substances Data)

Applications & Uses

Uses

Grignard reagent in greener solvent, 2-methyltetrahydrofuran (2-MeTHF)2-Methyltetrahydrofuran (2-MeTHF): A Biomass-Derived Solvent with Broad Application in Organic Chemistry

Uses

In organic synthesis, especially in the production of hydrocarbons, alcohols, ketones, organic acids, amines, silicones, boranes.

Uses

Phenylmagnesium chloride (PhMgCl) solution is a common Grignard reagent used in the synthesis of ()-phenserine and stephacidin B. It is employed in a variety of cross-coupling reactions. It can also be used as an electrolyte solution along with aluminium chloride (AlCl3) in the rechargeable magnesium batteries.

General Description

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