4-Chloroaniline

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4-Chloroaniline
IUPAC name 4-chloroaniline
Other names p-chloroaniline
Identifiers
CAS number [106-47-8]
PubChem 7812
SMILES C1=CC(=CC=C1N)Cl
Properties
Molecular formula C6H6ClN
Molar mass 127.57154
Appearance white or pale yellow solid
Density 1.43 g·cm−3
Melting point

72.5 °C

Boiling point

232 °C

Solubility in water Negligible
Hazards
MSDS External MSDS
Main hazards Very toxic, possible carcinogen. Absorbed through skin.[1]
Flash point 113 °C
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for
materials in their standard state
(at 25 °C, 100 kPa)

Infobox disclaimer and references

4-Chloroaniline is a chlorinated derivative of aniline. It can react with acids to from an anilinium cation. It is toxic to inhale, swallow or contact on skin.

[edit] References

  1. ^ Safety data for 4-chloroaniline. Oxford University.