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Acetyl chloride
Acetyl chloride is a reactive acylating agent used in organic synthesis, particularly for the preparation of esters and amides. It is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor and is highly corrosive. CAS: 75-36-5, Molecular formula: CH3COCl, Molecular weight: 78.50 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Acetyl chloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Acetyl chloride is a reactive acylating agent used in organic synthesis, particularly for the preparation of esters and amides. It is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor and is highly corrosive. CAS: 75-36-5, Molecular formula: CH3COCl, Molecular weight: 78.50 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Acetyl chloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless transparent and fuming liquid |
| Assay | ≥99.0% |
| Color (Hazen) | <10 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | -12 C |
| Transport Class | 3 (8) |
| Packing Group | II |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 75-36-5 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3COCl |
| Molecular Weight | 78.50 |
| SMILES | CC(=O)Cl |
| EC / UN Number | 1717 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2915905010 |
| Tariff Code | 2915909098 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
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Oxidizing
GHS03
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Compressed Gas
GHS04
Hazard statements
- EUH014 Reacts violently with water
- EUH029 Contact with water liberates toxic gas
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H290 May be corrosive to metals
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+330 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
- 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
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is acetyl chloride used for?
Acetyl chloride is primarily used as an acetylating agent in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals, dyes, and perfumes.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of acetyl chloride?
The formula is CH3COCl with a molecular weight of 78.50 g/mol.
How should acetyl chloride be stored?
Store at ambient temperature in a tightly sealed container, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of acetyl chloride does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies acetyl chloride in reagent grade, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply acetyl chloride in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply acetyl chloride in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of acetyl chloride?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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