Isophthaloyl dichloride, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

Isophthaloyl dichloride is used in a variety of performance polymers and fibers, where it impacts flame resistance, temperature stability, chemical resistance, and flexibility. In addition, it is an effective stabilizer for urethane prepolymers due to its ability to scavenge water. Also used in aromatic fiber raw materials.

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Applications
Isophthaloyl dichloride is used in a variety of performance polymers and fibers, where it impacts flame resistance, temperature stability, chemical resistance, and flexibility. In addition, it is an effective stabilizer for urethane prepolymers due to its ability to scavenge water. Also used in aromatic fiber raw materials.

Solubility
Reacts with water.

Notes
Incompatible with strong bases and strong oxidizing agents. It is sensitive to moisture. Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Moisture sensitive.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 99-63-8
• Molecular Formula: C8H4Cl2O2
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 203.018
• MDL Number: MFCD00000678
• InChI Key: FDQSRULYDNDXQB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: isophthaloyl chloride, isophthaloyl dichloride, 1,3-benzenedicarbonyl dichloride, m-phthaloyl chloride, isophthalic chloride, isophthalic acid chloride, isophthalic acid dichloride, isothaloyl chloride, isophthalyl chloride, 1,3-benzenedicarbonyl chloride
• PubChem CID: 7451
• IUPAC Name: benzene-1,3-dicarbonyl chloride
• SMILES: C1=CC(=CC(=C1)C(=O)Cl)C(=O)Cl

• Melting Point: 42°C to 45°C
• Density: 1.388
• Boiling Point: 275°C to 278°C
• Flash Point: 180°C (356°F)
• Quantity: 100 g
• UN Number: UN3261
• Beilstein: 638342
• Sensitivity: Moisture sensitive
• Solubility Information: Reacts with water.
• Formula Weight: 203.02
• Percent Purity: 98%
• Chemical Name or Material: Isophthaloyl dichloride

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