Chemical Properties
Colorless liquid.Soluble
in alcohols; insoluble in water.
Uses
4-Ethylbenzyl Chloride (CAS# 1467-05-6) can be used for oxidative degeneration of fragrant aldehydes in antiperspirant matrix leading to autoxidation and chlorinated products. It can also be used for extreme pressure additives toward lubricating oils and hydraulic fluids.
Definition
Consists of 70% pand 30% o-ethylbenzyl chloride.
General Description
A colorless to pale-colored liquid with a pungent odor. Insoluble in water and slightly denser than water. May irritate skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. May be toxic by ingestion. Used to make other chemicals.
Air & Water Reactions
Insoluble in water.
Reactivity Profile
Ethylbenzyl chloride is moderately reactive. Incompatible with strong oxidizing and reducing agents. Also incompatible with many amines, nitrides, azo/diazo compounds, alkali metals, and epoxides.
Hazard
Irritant to eyes, a lachrymator.
Health Hazard
Inhalation or contact with material may irritate or burn skin and eyes. Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause pollution.
Fire Hazard
Combustible Material. (NOAA, 2008)
