Molekula
Chloroacetic acid Flakes
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Chloroacetic acid flakes is a highly reactive organic chemical used primarily as an intermediate in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and the production of dyes, thickeners, and other specialty chemicals. It serves as an alkylating agent and is essential in synthesizing herbicides, antibiotics, and various organic compounds. This chemical has a CAS number of 79-11-8, with the molecular formula ClCH₂COOH and a molecular weight of 94.50 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions but requires careful handling due to its corrosive and hazardous nature, indicated by the signal word "Danger." Molekula supplies Chloroacetic acid flakes from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Water | 0.3% max |
| Iron (Fe) | 5.00mg/kg |
| MCA | 99.0% min |
| DCA | 0.200% max |
| Hac | 0.20% max |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 6.1 (8) |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Monoclinic prisms |
| Odour | Strong vinegar-like odor |
| Melting Point | 52.5 °C |
| Boiling Point | 189.1 °C |
| Density | 1.4043 g/cm³ at 40 °C |
| Water Solubility | 858 g/L at 25 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in ethanol, diethyl ether, benzene, chloroform; slightly soluble in carbon tetrachloride |
| Vapour Pressure | 6.5 × 10⁻² mmHg (8.68 × 10⁻³ kPa) at 25 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.4351 |
| pKa | pKa = 2.87 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 0.22 |
Source: PubChem CID 300 (HSDB, Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90030443 |
| CAS Number | 79-11-8 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-chloroacetic acid |
| EC Number | 201-178-4 |
| Molecular Formula | ClCH2COOH |
| Molecular Weight | 94.50 |
| Exact Mass | 93.9822 |
| SMILES | C(C(=O)O)Cl |
| InChIKey | FOCAUTSVDIKZOP-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C2H3ClO2/c3-1-2(4)5/h1H2,(H,4,5) |
| PubChem CID | 300 |
| UN Number | UN1751 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29154010 |
| Tariff Code | 2915400090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H290 May be corrosive to metals
- H301 + H311 Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H332 Harmful if inhaled
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P234 Keep only in original container
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- 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
- 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 chloroacetic acid flakes primarily used for?
Chloroacetic acid flakes are commonly used as an intermediate in the production of dyes, pharmaceuticals, and herbicides, as well as in the synthesis of thioglycolic acid and other organic chemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of chloroacetic acid flakes?
The chemical formula is **ClCH₂COOH** with a molecular weight of **94.50 g/mol**.
How should chloroacetic acid flakes be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances like oxidizing agents, bases, and strong reducing agents.
What grades of chloroacetic acid flakes does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **technical grade** chloroacetic acid flakes, suitable for industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply chloroacetic acid flakes in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer **bulk packaging options** (e.g., 25 kg drums, 1 MT containers) for large-scale industrial customers.
What documentation comes with an order of chloroacetic acid flakes?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **packing list** with batch-specific details.
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