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Chloroform for analysis - ACS
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Chloroform (trichloromethane, CAS 67-66-3) is a colorless, volatile liquid primarily used as a solvent in analytical chemistry, pharmaceutical formulations, and laboratory applications. Beyond the laboratory, it serves as a feedstock for making the refrigerant HCFC-22 and fluoropolymers such as PTFE, and as a solvent for fats, oils, waxes, resins and rubber. It meets ACS (American Chemical Society) specifications for purity in analytical procedures. This product has a molecular formula of CHCl₃, a molecular weight of 119.38 g/mol, and requires storage at ambient conditions. The signal word is **Danger**, indicating hazardous properties. Molekula supplies Chloroform for analysis - ACS from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear liquid |
| Water | ≤0.01% |
| Colour | ≤ 10 Hazen |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤ 0.00002% |
| Ethanol | 0.6 - 1.0% |
| Dichloromethane | ≤0.01% |
| Purity (GC) | 99.0 - 99.4% |
| Related Substances | ≤0.7% |
| Evaporation Residue | ≤0.001% |
| Boron (B) | ≤0.000002% |
| Carbonyl Compounds | ≤ 0.005% |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤0.000005% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤0.00002% |
| Free Chlorine | ≤ 0.00003% |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤0.000005% |
| Calcium (Ca) | ≤0.00005% |
| Copper (Cu) | ≤0.000002% |
| Magnesium (Mg) | ≤0.00001% |
| Nickel (Ni) | ≤0.000002% |
| Barium (Ba) | ≤0.00001% |
| Zinc (Zn) | ≤0.00001% |
| Chromium (Cr) | ≤0.000002% |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | ≤0.000002% |
| Manganese (Mn) | ≤0.000002% |
| Cobalt (Co) | ≤0.000002% |
| Tin (Sn) | ≤0.00001% |
| Trichloroethylene | ≤0.01% |
| Aluminium (Al) | ≤0.00005% |
| Acid (HCI) | ≤ 0.0002% |
| Aldehydes & Ketones | ≤0.001% |
| Carbon tetrachloride | ≤0.01% |
| Tetrachloroethylene | ≤0.01% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Highly refractive, nonflammable, heavy, very volatile liquid |
| Odour | Pleasant, etheric, nonirritating |
| Melting Point | -63.47 °C |
| Boiling Point | 61.12 °C |
| Density | 1.4788 g/cm³ at 25 °C |
| Water Solubility | 7.95 g/L at 25 °C |
| Vapour Pressure | 21.2 kPa at 20 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.4459 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 1.97 |
Source: PubChem CID 6212 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90035989 |
| CAS Number | 67-66-3 |
| IUPAC Name | chloroform |
| EC Number | 200-663-8 |
| Molecular Formula | CHCl3 |
| Molecular Weight | 119.38 |
| Exact Mass | 117.9144 |
| SMILES | C(Cl)(Cl)Cl |
| InChIKey | HEDRZPFGACZZDS-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/CHCl3/c2-1(3)4/h1H |
| PubChem CID | 6212 |
| UN Number | UN1888 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29031300 |
| Tariff Code | 2903130000 |
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
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H331 Toxic if inhaled
- H351 Suspected of causing cancer
- H361d Suspected of damaging fertility. Suspected of damaging the unborn child.
- H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements
- P201 Obtain special instructions before use
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- 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
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- CHLOROFORM
- Chloroforme
- Formyl trichloride
- Methane trichloride
- Methane, trichloro-
- Methenyl trichloride
- Methyl trichloride
- Trichlormethan
- Trichloroform
- Trichloromethane
Frequently asked questions
What is chloroform (ACS grade) commonly used for in analytical laboratories?
ACS-grade chloroform is primarily used as a solvent for extraction, chromatography, and spectroscopic analysis, ensuring high purity and low interference for accurate results.
What is it used for?
Most chloroform goes into producing the refrigerant HCFC-22 (chlorodifluoromethane), which is also a starting material for PTFE plastics. It is also used as a solvent for fats, oils, waxes, resins and rubber, and as an extraction solvent for pharmaceutical products.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of chloroform?
The molecular formula is **CHCl₃**, and the molecular weight is **119.38 g/mol**.
How should chloroform (ACS grade) be stored?
Store chloroform in a tightly sealed container at ambient temperature in a well-ventilated area, protected from light and away from heat sources. Chloroform is non-flammable, but exposure to light, heat and air can cause it to decompose into toxic products such as phosgene.
What grade of chloroform does Molekula supply, and is ACS grade available?
Molekula supplies **ACS-grade chloroform**, meeting the purity standards required for analytical applications.
Can Molekula supply chloroform in bulk quantities?
Yes, chloroform is available in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for specific packaging options and minimum order quantities.
What documentation accompanies an order of chloroform (ACS grade)?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet confirming ACS-grade compliance.
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