Molekula
3-Chloropropionic acid
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3-Chloropropionic acid is a corrosive organic compound used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a pungent odor. CAS: 107-94-8, Molecular formula: C3H5ClO2, Molecular weight: 108.52 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Handle with appropriate safety precautions due to its corrosive nature. Molekula supplies 3-Chloropropionic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £55.90 per pack ex VAT · £67.08 inc. VAT
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500 g — £93.50 per pack ex VAT · £112.20 inc. VAT
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1 kg — £148.50 per pack ex VAT · £178.20 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to slightly yellowish solid or Beige/ light brown solid |
| Purity | ≥98.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 128 °C |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Crystals |
| Melting Point | 41 °C |
| Boiling Point | 200 °C |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.33 mmHg |
Source: PubChem CID 7899 (HSDB, Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 56494984 |
| CAS Number | 107-94-8 |
| IUPAC Name | 3-chloropropanoic acid |
| EC Number | 203-534-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C3H5ClO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 108.52 |
| Exact Mass | 107.9978 |
| SMILES | C(CCl)C(=O)O |
| InChIKey | QEYMMOKECZBKAC-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C3H5ClO2/c4-2-1-3(5)6/h1-2H2,(H,5,6) |
| PubChem CID | 7899 |
| UN Number | UN3261 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29159050 |
| Tariff Code | 2915907098 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- EUH071 Corrosive to the respiratory tract
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects
- H351 Suspected of causing cancer
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P304+312 IF INHALED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- 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)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 3-Chloropropanic acid
- 3-Chloropropanoic acid
- beta-Chloropropionic acid
- beta-Monochloropropionic acid
- chloromethyl acetic acid
- Propanoic acid, 3-chloro-
- Propionic acid, 3-chloro-
- R-Chloropropionate
- WLN: QV2G
Frequently asked questions
What is 3-Chloropropionic acid used for?
It is used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 3-Chloropropionic acid?
The formula is C3H5ClO2 and the molecular weight is 108.52 g/mol.
How should 3-Chloropropionic acid be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of 3-Chloropropionic acid does Molekula supply?
We supply 3-Chloropropionic acid in technical grade; custom grades available upon request.
Can Molekula supply 3-Chloropropionic acid in bulk?
Yes, we can supply 3-Chloropropionic acid in bulk quantities; please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of 3-Chloropropionic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation available upon request.
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