Benzyl chloride

Benzyl chloride is prepared industrially by the gas-phase photochemical reaction of toluene with chlorine:[3] In this way, approximately 100,000 tonnes are produced annually.

Quaternary ammonium salts, used as surfactants, are readily formed by alkylation of tertiary amines with benzyl chloride.

Benzyl chloride reacts with aqueous sodium hydroxide to give dibenzyl ether.

Benzyl chloride also reacts readily with metallic magnesium to produce a Grignard reagent.

11002), and is subject to strict reporting requirements by facilities which produce, store, or use it in significant quantities.

Benzyl chloride
Benzyl chloride
NFPA 704 four-colored diamond Health 3: Short exposure could cause serious temporary or residual injury. E.g. chlorine gas Flammability 2: Must be moderately heated or exposed to relatively high ambient temperature before ignition can occur. Flash point between 38 and 93 °C (100 and 200 °F). E.g. diesel fuel Instability 1: Normally stable, but can become unstable at elevated temperatures and pressures. E.g. calcium Special hazards (white): no code