Chloroacetyl chloride PurReagent, >=98.0%

PurReagent


Linear Formula:  C2H2Cl2O
Molecular Weight:  112.94 g/mol
CAS Number: 79-04-9

Properties

Vapour pressure 25.3 hPa ( 20 °C)
Water Solubility Insoluble
Assay Purity >=98%
B pt. 106 °C
M pt. -21.77 °C
Density 1.417 g/cm3 at 20 °C
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H301 + H311 + H331 - H314 - H372 - H400
Precautionary Statement  P273 - P280 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P304 + P340 + P310 - P305 + P351 + P338 - P314
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code NA
Flash point 100 °C
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 6.1A - Combustible, acute toxic Cat. 1 and 2 / very toxic hazardous materials
UN Number 1752

Description

Application
Used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Applied in the production of herbicides pesticides and dyes. Used in organic synthesis for introducing the chloroacetyl group into compounds. Important in manufacturing specialty chemicals and fine chemicals.

Purpose
The main purpose of Chloroacetyl Chloride is to serve as a reactive chemical intermediate for synthesizing pharmaceuticals agrochemicals and other industrial organic compounds.

General Description
Chloroacetyl Chloride is a highly reactive organic chemical widely used in pharmaceutical and chemical synthesis. It is a colorless liquid with a strong pungent odor. Belongs to the acyl chloride family. Reacts violently with water and releases corrosive hydrogen chloride fumes. Requires careful handling under controlled conditions.