1,2-Dichlorobenzene
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| 1,2-Dichlorobenzene | |
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| Image:1,2-Dichlorobenzene.png | |
| 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 |
| 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
