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Oxalyl chloride
Oxalyl chloride is a reactive organic compound used primarily as a reagent for converting carboxylic acids to acyl chlorides and in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor, highly corrosive, and requires careful handling. CAS: 79-37-8, Molecular Formula: ClCOCOCl, Molecular Weight: 126.93 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies oxalyl chloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Oxalyl chloride is a reactive organic compound used primarily as a reagent for converting carboxylic acids to acyl chlorides and in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor, highly corrosive, and requires careful handling. CAS: 79-37-8, Molecular Formula: ClCOCOCl, Molecular Weight: 126.93 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies oxalyl chloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless to light yellow liquid |
| Refractive Index | 1.4289 (20°C) |
| Assay | ⩾ 99.0% |
| Clarity | Free from suspended or foreign matter |
| Colour (APHA) | ≤200 |
| Phosgene | ≤200 mg/kg |
| Identification of Oxalyl Chloride | Corresponds to the standard |
| Trichloro acetyl chloride | ≤0.2% |
| Carbon Tetra chloride | ≤0.10% |
| Oxidising matters (Chlorine and Phosgene) | ≤350 mg/kg |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 11 C |
| Transport Class | 4.3 (8) |
| Packing Group | I |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 79-37-8 |
| Molecular Formula | ClCOCOCl |
| Molecular Weight | 126.93 |
| SMILES | C(=O)(C(=O)Cl)Cl |
| EC / UN Number | 3129 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29171920 |
| Tariff Code | 2917192000 |
Safety & GHS
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Oxidizing
GHS03
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Compressed Gas
GHS04
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Corrosive
GHS05
Hazard statements
- EUH014 Reacts violently with water
- EUH029 Contact with water liberates toxic gas
- EUH071 Corrosive to the respiratory tract
- H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously
- H301 + H311 Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P223 Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is oxalyl chloride used for?
Oxalyl chloride is primarily used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly for converting carboxylic acids to acyl chlorides and in the synthesis of other organic compounds.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of oxalyl chloride?
The formula is ClCOCOCl and the molecular weight is 126.93 g/mol.
How should oxalyl chloride be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature in a tightly sealed container, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of oxalyl chloride does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies oxalyl chloride in reagent grade, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply oxalyl chloride in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply oxalyl chloride in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for volume pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of oxalyl chloride?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliant with GHS standards.
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