Description

Benzyl chloride is a colorless liquid with a strong, irritating odor. It’s also known as α-chlorotoluene.

Benzyl chloride, also known as α-chlorotoluene, is a colorless, reactive, and aromatic organic liquid with the chemical formula C₆H₅CH₂Cl. It is a widely used chemical building block and is used in the production of dyes, plasticizers, drugs, lubricants, resins, and cosmetics.