Molekula
Chloral hydrate
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Chloral hydrate is a chlorinated organic compound used in chemical synthesis and as a sedative in medical research. It appears as a white crystalline solid and is soluble in water and ethanol. CAS: 302-17-0, Molecular formula: Cl3CCH(OH)2, Molecular weight: 165.40 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Danger.
Molekula supplies Chloral hydrate at ≥ 99.0% purity in 500 g packs, from £46.68 inc. VAT. It is in stock for same-day dispatch. Every batch ships with a certificate of analysis, and safety data sheets are available in 6 languages. Larger quantities, up to multi-tonne, are quoted on request.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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500 g — £38.90 per pack ex VAT · £46.68 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystals |
| Melting Point | 51 - 54 °C |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| pH | 4.0 - 6.0 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.5% |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤ 0.01% |
| Assay | ≥ 99.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 75 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless or white crystals |
| Odour | Aromatic, penetrating and slightly acrid odor |
| Melting Point | 57 °C |
| Boiling Point | 98 °C |
| Density | 1.9081 g/cm³ at 20 °C/4 °C |
| Water Solubility | 793 g/L at 25 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Very soluble in benzene, ethyl ether, and ethanol |
| Vapour Pressure | 15 mmHg at 25 °C |
| log P (octanol/water) | 0.99 |
Source: PubChem CID 2707 (HSDB, DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 67355414 |
| CAS Number | 302-17-0 |
| IUPAC Name | 2,2,2-trichloroethane-1,1-diol |
| EC Number | 206-117-5 |
| Molecular Formula | Cl3CCH(OH)2 |
| Molecular Weight | 165.40 |
| Exact Mass | 163.9199 |
| SMILES | C(C(Cl)(Cl)Cl)(O)O |
| InChIKey | RNFNDJAIBTYOQL-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C2H3Cl3O2/c3-2(4,5)1(6)7/h1,6-7H |
| PubChem CID | 2707 |
| UN Number | UN2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29055990 |
| Tariff Code | 2905599890 |
Safety & GHS
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Toxic
GHS06
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H330 Fatal if inhaled
- H350 May cause cancer
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
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
- P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- 2,2,2-Trichloroethane-1,1-diol
- Chloradorm
- Chloral monohydrate
- Chloraldurat
- Escre
- Noctec
- Nycoton
- Phaldrone
- Tosyl
- Trichloroacetaldehyde hydrate
Frequently asked questions
What is chloral hydrate used for?
Chloral hydrate is primarily used as a sedative and hypnotic in medical settings, and as a chemical intermediate in organic synthesis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of chloral hydrate?
The formula is Cl3CCH(OH)2 and the molecular weight is 165.40 g/mol.
How should chloral hydrate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of chloral hydrate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies chloral hydrate with an assay of ≥ 99.0%, suitable for laboratory and research use.
Can Molekula supply chloral hydrate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply chloral hydrate in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a chloral hydrate order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
Where can I buy Chloral hydrate?
Directly from Molekula, which lists Chloral hydrate in 500 g packs from £46.68 inc. VAT, with a certificate of analysis for every batch. Larger quantities are quoted on request. Molekula's offices: United Kingdom, France, Spain, Germany, Italy, United States and China.
Is Chloral hydrate dangerous goods for shipping?
Yes. Chloral hydrate ships as dangerous goods: UN2811, class 6.1, packing group III.
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