2-(Chloromethyl)benzonitrile
[CAS# 612-13-5]

Identification

• Classification: Catalysts and additives >> Fluorescent whitening agent
• Name: 2-(Chloromethyl)benzonitrile
• Synonyms: 2-(Chloromethyl)tolunitrile
• Molecular Formula: C₈H₆ClN
• Molecular Weight: 151.59
• CAS Registry Number: 612-13-5
• EC Number: 210-292-3

Properties

• Melting point: 56-61 ºC

Safety Data

Hazard Classification

Hazard	Class	Category Code	Hazard Statement
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure	STOT SE	3	H335
Acute toxicity	Acute Tox.	4	H302
Skin irritation	Skin Irrit.	2	H315
Serious eye damage	Eye Dam.	1	H318
Acute toxicity	Acute Tox.	3	H301
Skin corrosion	Skin Corr.	1B	H314