Chloroacetic Acid
- CAS Number
- 76-03-9
- HSN Code
- 29154030
- Molecular Formula
- C2HCl3O2
- Catalogue Number
- AL1253
- Purity
- ≥ 98%
- Molecular Weight
- 163.39 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Trichloroacetic acid, solid is a colorless crystalline solid. It absorbs moisture from air and forms a syrup.
Also known as Trichloroacetic acid, TCA.
- Catalogue No.
- AL1253
- CAS Number
- 76-03-9
- Molecular Formula
- C2HCl3O2
- Molecular Weight
- 163.39 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29154030
- Grade
- 98%
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 57.5 °C; Boiling point: 195.5 °C; Flash point: greater than 230 °F; Density: 1.6126 at 64 °C; Solubility: The acid has a solubility in water at 25 °C of 1,000 g/100 ml; it is soluble in ethanol and diethyl ether.
- Appearance
- Colorless to white, crystalline solid
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 100 gm glass bottle, 500 gm glass bottle
- Storage
- Separated from food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers. Cool. Dry. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Chloroacetic Acid
- Catalogue No.
- AL1253
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 76-03-9
- EC Number
- 200-927-2
- Grade
- 98%
- EC Index Number
- 607-007-00-5
- Chemical Formula
- C2HCl3O2
- HSN Code
- 29154030
- Synonyms
- Trichloroacetic acid, TCA
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Used in biochemistry and organic synthesis.
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Skin Corr. 1A; Aquatic Acute 1; Aquatic Chronic 1
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 6421 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Corrosive, Environmental Hazard
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H400: Very toxic to aquatic life; H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
- Precautionary statements
- P260, P264, P273, P280, P301+P330+P331, P302+P361+P354, P304+P340, P305+P354+P338, P316, P321, P363, P391, P405, P501
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Corrosive to metals; may cause respiratory irritation.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Chloroacetic Acid
- CAS No.
- 76-03-9
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth and seek medical attention immediately.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Severe burns, respiratory distress, and irritation of the skin and eyes.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- May produce toxic fumes in a fire. Use water spray to cool containers.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area. Wear appropriate protective equipment. Contain and collect spillage.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Sweep spilled substance into covered water-filled containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Cautiously neutralize remainder with alkaline materials.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Ensure adequate ventilation.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Separated from food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers. Cool. Dry. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use a respirator if ventilation is inadequate.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- White to colorless
- Odour
- Slight characteristic odor
- Odour threshold
- Not specified
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not specified
- Melting point
- 57.5 °C
- Freezing point
- Not specified
- Boiling point
- 195.5 °C
- Flash point
- greater than 230 °F
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not applicable
- Decomposition temperature
- Not specified
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not flammable
- Vapour pressure
- VP: 1 kPa at 83.8 °C; 10 kPa at 130.0 °C; 100 kPa at 197.2 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Relative vapor density (air = 1): 5.6
- Density
- 1.6126 at 64 °C
- Solubility
- The acid has a solubility in water at 25 °C of 1,000 g/100 ml; it is soluble in ethanol and diethyl ether.
- Log Pow
- 1.33
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not specified
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not specified
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Reacts violently with strong bases and oxidizing agents.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable in absence of moisture.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride and chloroform. The solution in water is a strong acid.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong bases, strong oxidizers, and metals.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of hydrogen chloride and sodium oxide.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 400 mg/kg; LD50 Rat oral 3200-5000 mg/kg; LD50 Rat oral 3.32 g/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- 1839
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- 1839
- UN-No. (IATA)
- 1839
- UN-No. (ADN)
- 1839
- UN-No. (RID)
- 1839
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Chloroacetic Acid
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Chloroacetic Acid
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Chloroacetic Acid
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Chloroacetic Acid
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Chloroacetic Acid
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 8
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- II
- Packing group (IMDG)
- II
- Packing group (IATA)
- II
- Packing group (ADN)
- II
- Packing group (RID)
- II
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Chloroacetic acid is primarily used to precipitate proteins and nucleic acids in biochemistry. It is also employed as a chemical peel agent in dermatological research and in the synthesis of various organic compounds.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL00444
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 163.39 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 98% | 99.5% |
| Melting Point | 62.5 °C | 62.7 °C |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% | 0.05% |
| Related Substances | None detected | None detected |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water | Freely soluble in water |
The above product is expected to comply with 98% grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | ≥ 98% | m.p. 57.5 °C; b.p. 195.5 °C | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | The acid has a solubility in water at 25 °C of 1,000 g/100 ml; it is soluble in ethanol and diethyl ether. |
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