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Boron trichloride 1M in Dichloromethane
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Boron trichloride is a highly reactive boron halide used primarily as a Lewis acid catalyst in organic synthesis, including Friedel-Crafts reactions and chlorination processes. It is supplied as a 1M solution in dichloromethane for safer handling and controlled reactivity. This product has a CAS number of 10294-34-5, a molecular formula of BCl3, and a molecular weight of 117.17. It must be stored at ambient conditions and carries a Danger signal word due to its corrosive and toxic properties. Molekula supplies Boron trichloride 1M in Dichloromethane from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear, colourless to very pale yellow liquid |
| Assay (Titration) | 0.9-1.1M |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8(6.1) |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90025649 |
| CAS Number | 10294-34-5 |
| IUPAC Name | trichloroborane |
| EC Number | 233-658-4 |
| Molecular Formula | BCl3 |
| Molecular Weight | 117.17 |
| Exact Mass | 115.9159 |
| SMILES | B(Cl)(Cl)Cl |
| InChIKey | FAQYAMRNWDIXMY-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/BCl3/c2-1(3)4 |
| PubChem CID | 25135 |
| UN Number | UN2922 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| Tariff Code | 2812199000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H331 Toxic if inhaled
- 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
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- 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
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- BCl3
- Borane, trichloro-
- Boron chloride
- Boron chloride (BCl3)
- BORON TRICHLORIDE
- Chlorure de bore
- Chlorure de bore (French)
- Trichloroborane
- Trichloroboron
- UN 1741
Frequently asked questions
What is boron trichloride (1M in dichloromethane) commonly used for?
It is primarily used as a Lewis acid catalyst in organic synthesis, such as chlorination, Friedel-Crafts reactions, and cleaving ethers, for example demethylating aryl methyl ethers and removing benzyl protecting groups.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of boron trichloride?
The formula is BCl₃, and the molecular weight is 117.17 g/mol (pure compound).
What safety classification does boron trichloride (1M in dichloromethane) have?
It is labeled with the Signal Word: Danger due to its corrosive and toxic properties.
How should boron trichloride (1M in dichloromethane) be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
Does Molekula supply boron trichloride (1M in dichloromethane) in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk supply options—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation is provided with an order of boron trichloride (1M in dichloromethane)?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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