Benzyl Chloride – 500ml Packs

Benzyl Chloride is a reactive benzylic halide used in chemistry, analytical science and supervised educational laboratory work. The material is supplied as clear colourless to pale yellow liquid, and its benzylic C–Cl bond undergoes substitution reactions but the substance is a severe irritant and suspected carcinogenic hazard. Its chemical behaviour makes it relevant to specific protocols rather than every general-purpose experiment. For researchers and teaching staff, understanding the material’s reactivity, preparation and compatibility is important when selecting a suitable procedure. The 500ml Packs presentation identifies the requested pack size, not a separately verified purity or performance grade. Laboratories should confirm the actual supplier formulation, analytical suitability and current safety guidance before use, particularly when a procedure relies on a defined concentration, solvent, or specification. Appropriate instruction, equipment and waste management help support safe experimental practice.

Product Specifications

Key Features of Benzyl Chloride

• Benzylic organic chloride
• Reactive alkylating intermediate
• Volatile lachrymatory liquid
• Useful for teaching nucleophilic substitution conceptually
• Hazardous substance requiring stringent containment

Laboratory Applications of Benzyl Chloride

• Authorized benzylic substitution synthesis
• Preparation of benzyl derivatives under controlled protocols
• Organic reaction-mechanism research
• Chromatographic analysis of aromatic halides
• Advanced instructional demonstrations with sealed or microscale setups

Why Choose Lab Wale to Buy Benzyl Chloride

Lab Wale offers a way for school, college, university, analytical and research laboratories to source Benzyl Chloride alongside other scientific supplies. When choosing this product, verify the label, pack size, chemical identity and any stated solution strength against the laboratory method. For a prepared reagent, check the formulation and storage requirements before ordering. Lab Wale product information can assist with selection, but suitability for a particular experiment depends on the actual specification and the user’s validated procedure.

Frequently Asked Questions About Benzyl Chloride

What is Benzyl Chloride used for in a laboratory?

Benzyl Chloride is associated with authorized benzylic substitution synthesis and preparation of benzyl derivatives under controlled protocols. Other procedures may be appropriate only with a specified formulation or method. Laboratory personnel should check the intended analytical conditions and assess the relevant hazards before carrying out these activities.

What are the formula and CAS details of Benzyl Chloride?

The molecular or composition entry is C7H7Cl, and the CAS identification is 100-44-7. These identifiers refer to the stated chemical identity; verify any named isomer or specific grade when selecting material for analytical work.

How does Benzyl Chloride behave in a typical experiment?

The relevant chemistry is that its benzylic C–Cl bond undergoes substitution reactions but the substance is a severe irritant and suspected carcinogenic hazard. Experimental observations also depend on sample composition, reagent concentration, temperature and the procedure. Use an appropriate control or reference where the method calls for one, and avoid interpreting a single colour change as conclusive evidence.

Can Benzyl Chloride be used in educational laboratories?

Its use may be appropriate in a supervised laboratory when the procedure is scientifically justified, the hazard assessment permits it and staff have suitable protective equipment. Some experiments or chemicals require advanced facilities and should not be presented as routine school practicals.

How should Benzyl Chloride be stored and handled?

Store tightly closed in a ventilated, compatible container away from bases, oxidizers and moisture as directed by SDS. Lachrymator with significant inhalation and contact hazards; use only in a fume hood with suitable PPE and institutional authorization. Prevent vapour escape. Review the current Safety Data Sheet and the laboratory’s spill-response, segregation and disposal protocols before beginning work.

Storage Conditions for Benzyl Chloride

Store tightly closed in a ventilated, compatible container away from bases, oxidizers and moisture as directed by SDS. Keep the container label legible and observe any supplier-specific shelf-life and material compatibility requirements. Segregate hazardous reagents from incompatible chemicals and restrict access as appropriate.

Precautions for Handling Benzyl Chloride

Review the current Safety Data Sheet before use. Lachrymator with significant inhalation and contact hazards; use only in a fume hood with suitable PPE and institutional authorization. Prevent vapour escape. Wear appropriate protective clothing, gloves and chemical splash eyewear, and use suitable ventilation for the specific procedure. Avoid inhalation, ingestion and unnecessary contact. Follow documented spill containment, emergency response and waste-disposal procedures. Supervise use in educational laboratories and do not assume all procedures are appropriate for general teaching.