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4-Chlorobenzyl alcohol, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
4-Chlorobenzyl alcohol acts as a reagent for the protection of carboxyl groups as their 4-chlorobenzyl esters, more stable to acid than the corresponding benzyl esters. It is used as solvent in paint stripper and waterborne coatings. It acts as curing agent. It is also used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, preservatives, and flavoring & fragrance agents.
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4-Chlorobenzyl alcohol acts as a reagent for the protection of carboxyl groups as their 4-chlorobenzyl esters, more stable to acid than the corresponding benzyl esters. It is used as solvent in paint stripper and waterborne coatings. It acts as curing agent. It is also used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, preservatives, and flavoring & fragrance agents.
Solubility
Soluble in water (2.5 mg/ml at 20°C), and methanol.
Notes
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances such as oxidizing agents.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 68°C to 72°C |
Boiling Point | 234°C |
Quantity | 25 g |
Beilstein | 636502 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water (2.5mg/ml at 20°C),and methanol. |
Formula Weight | 142.59 |
Percent Purity | 99% |
Chemical Name or Material | 4-Chlorobenzyl alcohol |
Certificates
Certificates
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Lot Number | Certificate Type | Date | Catalog Number |
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10203723 | Certificate of Analysis | 10/01/2023 | A11504.14,A11504.22 |
10242103 | Certificate of Analysis | 18/07/2022 | A11504.14,A11504.22 |
10236412 | Certificate of Analysis | 22/11/2021 | A11504.14,A11504.22 |
10224200 | Certificate of Analysis | 22/11/2021 | A11504.14,A11504.22 |
H8964C | Certificate of Analysis | 22/11/2021 | A11504.14,A11504.22 |
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