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Thionyl chloride
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Thionyl chloride is a highly reactive inorganic compound (SOCl₂) widely used in organic synthesis to convert carboxylic acids, alcohols, and amides into their corresponding acid chlorides, amines, or other derivatives. It is also employed in chlorination reactions and as a dehydrating agent. This colorless to yellowish liquid has a pungent odor and must be handled with care due to its corrosive and toxic properties. Thionyl chloride has a CAS number of 7719-09-7, a molecular weight of 118.97 g/mol, and is typically stored at ambient conditions. It carries a **Danger** signal word under GHS classification due to its severe hazards. Molekula supplies thionyl chloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Thionyl chloride is a highly reactive inorganic compound (SOCl₂) widely used in organic synthesis to convert carboxylic acids, alcohols, and amides into their corresponding acid chlorides, amines, or other derivatives. It is also employed in chlorination reactions and as a dehydrating agent. This colorless to yellowish liquid has a pungent odor and must be handled with care due to its corrosive and toxic properties. Thionyl chloride has a CAS number of 7719-09-7, a molecular weight of 118.97 g/mol, and is typically stored at ambient conditions. It carries a **Danger** signal word under GHS classification due to its severe hazards. Molekula supplies thionyl chloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Pricing & pack sizes
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500 mL — €210.40 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to slightly yellow clear liquid |
| Assay | ≥99% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | I |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 19659654 |
| CAS Number | 7719-09-7 |
| Molecular Formula | SOCl2 |
| Molecular Weight | 118.97 |
| SMILES | O=S(Cl)Cl |
| EC / UN Number | 1836 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2812.17.0000 |
| Tariff Code | 2812170000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
Hazard statements
- EUH014 Reacts violently with water
- EUH029 Contact with water liberates toxic gas
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1A) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H331 Toxic if inhaled
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
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is thionyl chloride (SOCl₂) commonly used for?
Thionyl chloride is primarily used as a reagent for converting carboxylic acids, alcohols, and amides into their corresponding acid chlorides, esters, or nitriles, and for drying solvents by removing traces of water.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of thionyl chloride?
The molecular formula is **SOCl₂**, and the molecular weight is **118.97 g/mol**.
How should thionyl chloride be stored?
Thionyl chloride should be stored in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from moisture, oxidizing agents, and incompatible materials.
What grades of thionyl chloride does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **reagent-grade thionyl chloride** (typically ≥99% purity) for laboratory and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply thionyl chloride in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply thionyl chloride in **bulk quantities**, with packaging options tailored to customer requirements (e.g., drums, IBCs).
What documentation comes with an order of thionyl chloride?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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