M-Bis(Chloromethyl)Benzene
Linshang Chemical
HS Code |
153205 |
Chemical Formula | C8H8Cl2 |
Molar Mass | 175.055 g/mol |
Appearance | Colorless to pale - yellow liquid |
Odor | Pungent odor |
Density | 1.22 g/cm³ |
Boiling Point | 205 - 207 °C |
Melting Point | -17 °C |
Solubility In Water | Insoluble |
Solubility In Organic Solvents | Soluble in many organic solvents like benzene, toluene |
Flash Point | 85 °C |
Vapor Pressure | Low vapor pressure at room temperature |
Stability | Stable under normal conditions but can react with strong oxidizing agents |
As an accredited M-Bis(Chloromethyl)Benzene factory, we enforce strict quality protocols—every batch undergoes rigorous testing to ensure consistent efficacy and safety standards.
Packing | 500g of M - bis(chloromethyl)benzene packaged in a sealed, corrosion - resistant container. |
Storage | M - bis(chloromethyl)benzene should be stored in a cool, dry, well - ventilated area, away from sources of heat, ignition, and incompatible substances. It should be kept in a tightly - sealed container made of materials resistant to corrosion, such as steel or certain plastics. Given its potential hazards, storage areas should be clearly marked and access restricted to trained personnel only. |
Shipping | M - bis(chloromethyl)benzene is a chemical. Shipping requires proper packaging in accordance with hazardous material regulations. It must be labeled clearly and transported by carriers approved for such chemicals to ensure safety. |
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Second, in materials science, it also has important uses. Polymer materials with specific structures and properties can be prepared by polymerization. The introduction of the polymer main chain or side chain can endow the material with special properties, such as improving the solubility and thermal stability of the material, or endowing it with specific functional groups to meet the requirements of different application scenarios for material properties.
Furthermore, in the field of pharmaceutical chemistry, it may also have potential uses. Some compounds containing M-bis (chloromethyl) benzene structure, after modification and modification, may exhibit certain biological activities, such as antibacterial and anti-tumor activities, providing novel structural frameworks and ideas for new drug development. Therefore, M-bis (chloromethyl) benzene has important uses in organic synthesis, materials science, medicinal chemistry, and other fields, and is an indispensable chemical substance for chemical research and industrial production.
When it comes to its smell, it has a special irritation. The smell feels pungent and pungent, just like a sharp blade piercing the nose, making people uncomfortable. This smell is also volatile, and can gradually dissipate in the air and diffuse around.
Its density is heavier than that of water, and it is placed in water, like a stone sinking into an abyss, which naturally settles. And it is difficult to dissolve in water. The two meet, such as oil and water, and they are distinct and distinct, each according to one place. However, in organic solvents, such as alcohols, ethers, etc., it has good solubility, just like salt melts into water, which is seamless.
The boiling point is the key to measuring the difficulty of its gasification. The boiling point of M-bis (chloromethyl) benzene is quite high, and it needs to reach a certain temperature before it can be turned from liquid to gas. If you want to make it boil, you need to apply a considerable heat source to it, so that it can be like a spring of water, churning and gasifying.
The melting point is also one of its characteristics. When the temperature drops to a certain value, the substance will gradually condense from liquid to solid, just like water turns into ice when it encounters cold, and the physical properties will also be different between the morphological changes.
The surface tension of M-bis (chloromethyl) benzene also has characteristics. On the surface of the liquid, the interaction between molecules causes it to form a layer similar to an elastic film. This characteristic has an impact on many practical applications, such as the spread and infiltration of liquids.
In summary, the physical properties of M-bis (chloromethyl) benzene are important for its identification, separation and application. Only when you know its properties can you know its use and change it.
From the perspective of nucleophilic substitution, chlorine atoms can be replaced by various nucleophilic reagents. In contact with water, under suitable conditions, chloromethyl can be hydrolyzed, and the chlorine atoms are replaced by hydroxyl groups to produce corresponding alcohol derivatives. This hydrolysis reaction may require alkali catalysis to accelerate the reaction process. The cap base can interact with the generated hydrogen halide to push the equilibrium to the right.
In terms of electrophilic substitution, the electron cloud density of the benzene ring is affected by the presence of chloromethyl. Chloromethyl is an electron-withdrawing group, which reduces the electron cloud density of the benzene ring. However, because it is an ortho-para-position group, electrophilic reagents still tend to attack the ortho-and para-position of the benzene ring. For example, when reacting with mixed acid of nitric acid and sulfuric acid, nitro groups can be introduced into the ortho-and para-position of the benzene ring to form nitro substitutes.
In addition, the α-hydrogen of chloromethyl in M-bis (chloromethyl) benzene has a certain activity. Under the action of strong bases, a elimination reaction may occur to remove hydrogen chloride and form an unsaturated structure of carbon-carbon double bonds. This unsaturated product may participate in subsequent addition reactions, etc., exhibiting various chemical behaviors. It is widely used in the field of organic synthesis and can be used as a key intermediate to construct complex organic molecular structures through various reactions.
Prepare m-xylene first, followed by an appropriate amount of paraformaldehyde and zinc chloride. Zinc chloride is also the catalyst for the reaction. Using hydrochloric acid as the medium, the temperature is controlled within a certain range. Generally speaking, the temperature should be stable at about 50-70 degrees Celsius. In this temperature range, paraformaldehyde gradually depolymerizes and releases formaldehyde. Formaldehyde interacts with hydrochloric acid to produce chlorogenic methyl positive ions. The benzene ring of m-xylene is also rich in electrons, and it is attacked by the electrophilicity of chloromethyl positive ions. The methyl group of m-xylene is an ortho-para-site group, and due to the steric resistance, the ortho-site reaction of methyl groups is slightly difficult, so chloromethyl groups are mainly introduced at the middle position of the two methyl groups of m-xylene.
When reacting, it is necessary to slowly add reagents and stir constantly to make the reactants fully mixed and uniform. After the reaction is completed, the product can be purified by conventional separation methods, such as distillation, extraction, and recrystallization, and relatively pure M-bis (chloromethyl) benzene can be obtained.
This preparation method, although the process is slightly complicated, can obtain the desired product, which is a commonly used method in the field of organic synthesis.
This substance has certain toxicity and irritation, touching or inhaling its volatile gas, which may hurt the skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Therefore, when taking it, you must wear protective gear, such as gloves, goggles, masks, etc., to prevent contact with all parts of the body. And when it is well ventilated, if it is used in a closed and poorly ventilated place, its volatile gas will accumulate, which is very harmful.
Furthermore, M-bis (chloromethyl) benzene encounters open flames and hot topics, and there is a risk of explosion. There must be no fire or heat sources around. When storing, it should also be kept away from fire and heat sources, placed in a cool, dry and ventilated place, and stored separately from oxidants and alkalis. It must not be mixed and stored to avoid chemical reactions and cause disasters.
Because of its high chemical activity, in chemical reactions, the reaction conditions, such as temperature, pressure, and the proportion of reactants, should be carefully controlled according to their characteristics and reaction requirements. A slight mismatch may cause the reaction to go out of control, affecting the product, and even endangering safety.
After operation, the utensils used must be properly cleaned up, and the residues should not be discarded at will. They must be disposed of in accordance with relevant regulations to avoid polluting the environment and harming all living beings. In conclusion, M-bis (chloromethyl) benzene should be used with caution at all times to ensure safety.

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