CAS Registry Number

CAS 75-87-6 — Chloral anhydrous

Chloral anhydrous is a clear, colorless liquid with a pungent odor, primarily used as a precursor in the synthesis of pesticides, pharmaceuticals like trichloroethanol (a sedative), and as a solvent in organic chemistry. It is also historically known for its use in the production of DDT and other chlorinated compounds. Chloral anhydrous has a CAS number of 75-87-6, with the molecular formula C2HCl3O and a molecular weight of 147.3877 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions and does not require a signal word for hazard classification under standard handling. Molekula supplies chloral anhydrous from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.