Molekula
Hydrogen Chloride 18% (5M) in Ethanol
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Hydrogen Chloride 18% (5M) in Ethanol is a highly concentrated acid solution used primarily in analytical chemistry, pharmaceutical synthesis, and industrial processes for chlorination reactions, pH adjustment, and catalyst activation. This reagent provides a stable, ethanol-based delivery system for precise HCl dosing. CAS 7647-01-0, molecular formula HCl, molecular weight 36.46 g/mol. Store at ambient conditions. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Hydrogen Chloride 18% (5M) in Ethanol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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5 L — $1,947.50 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless to pale yellow solution |
| Assay | 4.50-5.50M |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 12 °C |
| Transport Class | 3(8) |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90027388 |
| CAS Number | 7647-01-0 |
| IUPAC Name | chlorane |
| EC Number | 231-595-7 |
| Molecular Formula | HCl |
| Molecular Weight | 36.46 |
| Exact Mass | 35.9767 |
| SMILES | Cl |
| InChIKey | VEXZGXHMUGYJMC-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/ClH/h1H |
| PubChem CID | 313 |
| UN Number | UN2924 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 3822.19.0080 |
| Tariff Code | 3822900000 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H290 May be corrosive to metals
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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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
- Acide chlorhydrique
- Anhydrous hydrochloric acid
- Chloorwaterstof
- chlorane
- Chlorohydric acid
- Chlorowodor
- Chlorwasserstoff
- hydrochloric acid
- Muriatic acid
- Muriaticum acidum
Frequently asked questions
What is Hydrogen Chloride 18% (5M) in Ethanol commonly used for?
This solution is primarily used in analytical chemistry for titrations, pH adjustments, and as a reagent in organic synthesis, such as chlorination reactions.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Hydrogen Chloride?
The chemical formula is **HCl**, and the molecular weight is **36.46 g/mol**.
What safety classification does this product have?
The product has a **Signal Word of Danger** and requires careful handling due to its corrosive nature.
How should Hydrogen Chloride 18% (5M) in Ethanol be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a tightly sealed container, away from moisture, incompatible materials, and under a fume hood if opened.
Can Molekula supply this product in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide bulk quantities of Hydrogen Chloride 18% (5M) in Ethanol upon request, subject to availability and order specifications.
What documentation is provided with an order of this product?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and a product specification sheet detailing purity and quality standards.
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