Chemical Safety Data Sheet MSDS / SDS

3,4-Dimethoxybenzyl chloride

Revision Date:2026-05-31Revision Number:1

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

Product identifier

Product name: 3,4-Dimethoxybenzyl chloride
CBnumber: CB1433250
CAS: 7306-46-9
EINECS Number: 230-756-9
Synonyms: DMBCl,4-(chloromethyl)-1,2-dimethoxybenzene

Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Relevant identified uses: For R&D use only. Not for medicinal, household or other use.
Uses advised against: none

Company Identification

Company: Chemicalbook
Address: Building 1, Huihuang International, Shangdi 10th Street, Haidian District, Beijing
Telephone: 010-86108875

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements

Symbol(GHS)

Signal wordDanger

Precautionary statements

P501 Dispose of contents/container to..…

P405 Store locked up.

P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

P361 Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.

P330 Rinse mouth.

P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and Keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.

P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water.

P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

P264 Wash skin thouroughly after handling.

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.

P201 Obtain special instructions before use.

Hazard statements

H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects

H331 Toxic if inhaled

H311 Toxic in contact with skin

H301 Toxic if swalloed

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

Substance

Product name: 3,4-Dimethoxybenzyl chloride
Synonyms: DMBCl,4-(chloromethyl)-1,2-dimethoxybenzene
CAS: 7306-46-9
EC number: 230-756-9
MF: C9H11ClO2
MW: 186.64

SECTION 4: First aid measures

First Aid Measures

General advice

Consult a physician if necessary. Remove to fresh air.

Eye contact

Wash with plenty of water.

Skin Contact

Wash skin with soap and water.

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air If breathing is difficult, give oxygen If not breathing, give artificial respiration

Ingestion

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Clean mouth with water.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms

No information available.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Note to physicians

Treat symptomatically.

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

Suitable Extinguishing Media

Suitable Extinguishing Media

Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.

Unsuitable Extinguishing Media

None.

Specific hazards arising from the chemical

Specific hazards arising from the chemical

No information available.

Hazardous combustion products

No information available.

Explosion data

Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact

No information available.

Sensitivity to Static Discharge

No information available.

Protective equipment and precautions for firefighters

Protective equipment and precautions for firefighters

As in any fire, wear self contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Personal precautions

Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas.

Environmental precautions

Environmental precautions

See Section 12 for additional Ecological Information.

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for containment

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.

Methods for cleaning up

Use personal protective equipment as required. Cover powder spill with plastic sheet or tarp to minimize spreading and keep powder dry. Take up mechanically, placing in appropriate containers for disposal. Avoid creating dust. Clean contaminated surface thoroughly.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling

Advice on safe handling

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage Conditions

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Store at 4 °C.

Incompatible materials

None known based on information supplied.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

Control parameters

Exposure Guidelines

This product, as supplied, does not contain any hazardous materials with occupational exposure limits established by the region specific regulatory bodies.

Appropriate engineering controls

Engineering Controls

Showers
Eyewash stations
Ventilation systems

Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment

Eye/face protection

Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles).

Skin and Body Protection

Wear protective gloves and protective clothing.

Respiratory protection

If exposure limits are exceeded or irritation is experienced, NIOSH/MSHA approved respiratory protection should be worn. Positive-pressure supplied air respirators may be required for high airborne contaminant concentrations. Respiratory protection must be provided in accordance with current local regulations.

General Hygiene Considerations

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

Information on basic physicochemical properties

Physical StateSolid
AppearanceWhite to light yellow Solid
OdorNo information available
pHNo information available
Melting point/freezing point50 °C
Boiling point266.98°C (rough estimate)
Flash pointNo information available
Density1.1631 (rough estimate)
Evaporation rateNo information available
Upper flammability limitsNo information available
Lower flammability limitNo information available
Vapor pressureNo information available
Vapor densityNo information available
Specific gravityNo information available
Water solubilityNo information available
Solubility in other solventsNo information available
Partition coefficientNo information available
Autoignition temperatureNo information available
Decomposition temperatureNo information available
Kinematic viscosityNo information available
Explosive propertiesNo information available
Oxidizing propertiesNo information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

Reactivity

Not applicable

Chemical stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Possibility of Hazardous Reactions

None under normal processing.

Hazardous polymerization

No information available.

Conditions to avoid

Extremes of temperature and direct sunlight.

Incompatible materials

Strong oxidizing agents.

Hazardous Decomposition Products

None known based on information supplied.