USED TO STUDY THE IN VITRO METABOLISM OF CHLOROACETAMIDE HERBICIOUS BY RAT AND HUMAN LIVER MICROSOMES
1.453
Industrial
97%
112.94 G Kilograms (kg)
79-04-9
Industrial Grade
Liquid
1.42 G/CM CUBE Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)
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Product Description
Chloroacetyl chloride is an important chemical compound used primarily in organic synthesis Here are some key details about it
Chemical Information
IUPAC Name Chloroacetyl chloride
Chemical Formula C_2H_2Cl_2O
Molecular Weight Approximately 10299 gmol
Structure
Structure Description It consists of an acetyl group a carbonyl group linked to a methyl group with one of the hydrogens in the methyl group replaced by a chlorine atom The compound also contains an additional chlorine atom attached to the carbonyl group
Physical Properties
Appearance Chloroacetyl chloride is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid
Boiling Point Around 97C 207F
Melting Point It is usually a liquid at room temperature so its melting point is not widely reported
Solubility It is soluble in organic solvents like ether and chloroform but reacts with water
Uses
Organic Synthesis It is used as an acylating agent in the synthesis of various organic compounds For example it can be used to introduce the acetyl chloride group into other molecules
Pharmaceuticals Its involved in the production of some pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals
Chemical Reactions Its often used in reactions to form acetylated products such as acetylated amino acids or other derivatives
Safety and Handling
Reactivity Chloroacetyl chloride is highly reactive especially with water where it forms acetic acid and hydrochloric acid This reaction is exothermic and should be handled with caution
Safety Precautions It is corrosive and can be harmful if inhaled ingested or if it comes into contact with skin or eyes Proper personal protective equipment PPE including gloves goggles and a lab coat should be used when handling this chemical
Storage It should be stored in a tightly sealed container in a cool dry place away from moisture and incompatible materials
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