benzoilkloridi

Benzoilkloridi is an organic compound with the chemical formula C6H5COCl. It is an acyl chloride derived from benzoic acid. At room temperature, it is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor. It is soluble in many organic solvents like ether and benzene but reacts with water. This reaction, known as hydrolysis, produces benzoic acid and hydrochloric acid.

Benzoilkloridi is primarily used as an intermediate in organic synthesis. It is a reactive compound and readily undergoes nucleophilic acyl substitution reactions. This makes it useful for introducing the benzoyl group (C6H5CO-) into other molecules. For example, it is used in the production of peroxides, such as benzoyl peroxide, which are employed as polymerization initiators and bleaching agents. It also finds application in the synthesis of dyes, pharmaceuticals, and perfumes.

Due to its reactivity and the release of hydrochloric acid upon contact with moisture, benzoilkloridi is corrosive and should be handled with care in well-ventilated areas, wearing appropriate personal protective equipment. It is synthesized industrially through various methods, often involving the reaction of benzoic acid or benzaldehyde with chlorinating agents like thionyl chloride or phosphorus pentachloride.