1,2-Dichlorobenzene

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1,2-Dichlorobenzene
1,2-Dichlorobenzene
Chemical name 1,2-Dichlorobenzene
Other names ortho-Dichlorobenzene
o-Dichlorbenzene
Chemical formula C6H4Cl2
Molecular mass 147.01 g/mol
CAS number [95-50-1]
Density 1.30 g/cm3
Melting point -17.03 °C
Boiling point 180.5 °C
Flash Point -151 °C
SMILES Clc1=c(Cl)c=cc=c1
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1,2-Dichlorobenzene, or ortho-dichlorobenzene, is an organic compound used primarily as a high-boiling solvent. It is a benzene derivative with two chlorine atoms substituted at adjacent positions. It is a colorless liquid that is insoluble in water, but is miscible with ethanol, diethyl ether and benzene.

1,2-Dichlorobenzene is used as a solvent for waxes, gums, resins, tars, rubbers, and oils. It is a preferred solvent in some chemical reactions involving fullerenes. It is also used as a degreasing agent for metals, leather and wool.

1,2-Dichlorobenzene is an insecticide for termites and locust borers.

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  • Merck Index, 11th Edition, 3044

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