Clorofene

Synonym(s):Chlorophene

CAS NO.：120-32-1
Empirical Formula: C13H11ClO
Molecular Weight: 218.68
MDL number: MFCD00020140
EINECS: 204-385-8
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2024-11-05 19:05:58

What is Clorofene?

Chemical properties

Solid

The Uses of Clorofene

In household, hospital and veterinary disinfectant preparations.

The Uses of Clorofene

Used in soaps, anionic detergents, cosmetics and aerosol spray products. It is a useful biochemical for proteomics research.

What are the applications of Application

2-Benzyl-4-chlorophenol is a useful biochemical for proteomics research

Production Methods

Clorofene can be prepared by reaction of 2-benzylphenol with SO2Cl2 at 100 C. It is used as an active agent in disinfectants.

General Description

White to light tan or pink flakes or white crystals. Insoluble in water. Slight phenolic odor.

Air & Water Reactions

Insoluble in water.

Reactivity Profile

Clorofene is incompatible with acids and oxidizing agents . Is sensitive to light. Stable at temperatures up to 77°F when protected from light, but storage at 140° F causes decomposition.

Hazard

Highly toxic, an irritant.

Fire Hazard

Clorofene is combustible.

Flammability and Explosibility

Not classified

Properties of Clorofene

Melting point:	46-49 °C(lit.)
Boiling point:	160-162 °C(lit.)
Density	1.188 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
refractive index	1.5260 (estimate)
Flash point:	>230 °F
storage temp.	Sealed in dry,2-8°C
solubility	0.12g/l
pka	9.81±0.43(Predicted)
form	powder to crystal
color	White to Yellow to Orange
PH	5.3 (H2O, 22.5℃)(saturated aqueous solution)
Water Solubility	<0.1 g/100 mL at 16 ºC
Merck	14,2407
BRN	1959194
NIST Chemistry Reference	Phenol, 4-chloro-2-benzyl-(120-32-1)
EPA Substance Registry System	o-Benzyl-p-chlorophenol (120-32-1)

Safety information for Clorofene

Signal word	Danger
Pictogram(s)	Corrosion Corrosives GHS05 Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07 Health Hazard GHS08 Environment GHS09
GHS Hazard Statements	H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H317:Sensitisation, Skin H318:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H332:Acute toxicity,inhalation H351:Carcinogenicity H373:Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure H410:Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard
Precautionary Statement Codes	P273:Avoid release to the environment. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing. P308+P313:IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.