Molekula
Chloral hydrate BP
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Chloral hydrate BP is a crystalline solid used in pharmaceutical applications as a sedative and hypnotic agent. It is also employed in chemical synthesis and as a reagent in organic chemistry. Available in research and bulk quantities, it has a CAS number of 302-17-0, molecular formula Cl3CCH(OH)2, and a molecular weight of 165.40 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperature, it is classified as dangerous. Molekula supplies Chloral hydrate BP from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
Pack sizes & pricing
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white needle crystalline solid |
| Melting Point | 51 - 54 ℃ |
| pH | 3.5 - 5.5 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.5% |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤ 0.01% |
| Assay | ≥ 99.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1 |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤ 0.002% |
| Arsenic trioxide (As2O3) | ≤ 0.0001% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 75 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90035789 |
| CAS Number | 302-17-0 |
| Molecular Formula | Cl3CCH(OH)2 |
| Molecular Weight | 165.40 |
| SMILES | ClC(Cl)(Cl)C(O)O |
| 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, 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.
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is chloral hydrate BP primarily used for?
Chloral hydrate BP is primarily used as a sedative, hypnotic, and anxiolytic, as well as in the synthesis of other chemicals like DDT and pharmaceutical intermediates.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of chloral hydrate BP?
The chemical formula is **Cl₃CCH(OH)₂**, and the molecular weight is **165.40 g/mol**.
How should chloral hydrate BP be stored?
Store chloral hydrate BP at **ambient temperature** in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances and sources of ignition.
What grade of chloral hydrate BP does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies chloral hydrate to **British Pharmacopoeia (BP) grade**, meeting pharmaceutical standards.
Can Molekula supply chloral hydrate BP in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply chloral hydrate BP in bulk, with quantities tailored to your requirements—please contact us for specifics.
What documentation comes with an order of chloral hydrate BP?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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