This ether, also known as benzyl chloromethyl ether, presents as a dark yellow to brown oil. It is known to be soluble in chloroform and ethyl acetate. Store in a tightly closed container in a dry and well-ventilated place. (Chloromethoxymethyl)benzene is incompatible with water and strong oxidizing agents. This chemical is harmful if swallowed or inhaled, causes skin irritation, may cause an allergic skin reaction, causes serious eye damage, may cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled, may cause respiratory irritation, may cause cancer, may cause damage to organs through repeated exposure, and is very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.