Benzo trichloride by Research Lab Fine Chem Industries is a high grade reagent. Also known as trichlorotoluene, this is an organic compound containing three chlorine atoms. The reagent is available as a clear liquid which is insoluble in water. It has a melting point of 5 C, and a boiling point of 220.8 C. While this reagent is stable under general conditions, it is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Benzotrichloride can be generated by the free radical chlorination of toluene, which is catalysed by light or radical initiators such as dibenzoyl peroxide. CAS No.: 98-07-7 Quantity Provided: 500 ml per bottle Molecular formula: C7H5Cl3 Molecular weight: 195.48 Assay: minimum 98 %Benzo trichloride has a variety of applications in chemical and biological sectors. This reagent is involved in the organic synthesis of a variety of intermediates. It is partially hydrolysed to yield benzoyl chloride. Benzo trichloride is additionally transformed into benzotrifluoride, which is a precursor to pesticides. This reagent has been used in the determination of chlorinated toluenes in effluents of wastewater treatment plants and textile industries by closed loop stripping analysis. This reagent is suitable for industrial synthesis of products and research applications.