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Chloroacetyl chloride
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Chloroacetyl chloride (CAS 79-04-9) is a reactive acyl chloride widely used in organic synthesis, pharmaceutical intermediates, and agrochemical manufacturing as a key reagent for chlorination and acylation reactions. It appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a pungent odor, highly moisture-sensitive and corrosive. Catalogue details: molecular formula C2H2Cl2O, molecular weight 112.94 g/mol, stored at ambient conditions under inert gas, and classified with a Danger signal word (H301 + H311 + H331, H314, H372, H400, EUH014, EUH029). Molekula supplies Chloroacetyl chloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 46602891
- CAS Number
- 79-04-9
- IUPAC Name
- 2-chloroacetyl chloride
- EC Number
- 201-171-6
- Molecular Formula
- C2H2Cl2O
- Molecular Weight
- 112.94
- Exact Mass
- 111.9483
- SMILES
- C(C(=O)Cl)Cl
- InChIKey
- VGCXGMAHQTYDJK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C2H2Cl2O/c3-1-2(4)5/h1H2
- PubChem CID
- 6577
Synonyms
- 2-chloroacetyl chloride
- Acetyl chloride, chloro-
- Chloracetyl chloride
- Chlorid kyseliny chloroctove
- Chloroacetic acid chloride
- Chloroacetic chloride
- Chloroethanoyl chloride
- Chlorure de chloracetyle
- monochloroacetic acid chloride
- Monochloroacetyl chloride
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
- Appearance
- Liquid
- Odour
- Sharp, pungent, irritating
- Melting Point
- -21.7 °C
- Boiling Point
- 106 °C
- Density
- 1.4 (relative, water = 1)
- Solubility (other solvents)
- Miscible with ethyl ether; soluble in acetone, carbon tetrachloride
- Vapour Pressure
- 2.5 kPa at 20 °C
- Refractive Index
- 1.4530
Source: PubChem CID 6577 (HSDB, ICSC)
Frequently asked questions
What is chloroacetyl chloride commonly used for?
Chloroacetyl chloride is primarily used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, including the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and dyes, as well as in the synthesis of amino acid derivatives.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of chloroacetyl chloride?
The chemical formula is C₂H₂Cl₂O, and the molecular weight is 112.94 g/mol.
How should chloroacetyl chloride be stored?
Store chloroacetyl chloride in a tightly sealed container at ambient temperature, away from moisture, incompatible materials, and sources of ignition.
What purity grades of chloroacetyl chloride does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies chloroacetyl chloride in technical and reagent grades, with typical purities of ≥97% and ≥99% respectively.
Can Molekula supply chloroacetyl chloride in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply chloroacetyl chloride in bulk, with quantities ranging from kilograms to metric tons, depending on availability and customer requirements.
What documentation is provided with an order of chloroacetyl chloride?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a Danger label indicating the 'Danger' signal word and relevant hazard statements.
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