Chloroacetyl chloride
- CAS Number
- 79-04-9
- HSN Code
- 29159090
- Molecular Formula
- C2H2Cl2O
- Catalogue Number
- AL1259
- Purity
- ≥ 98%
- Molecular Weight
- 112.94 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Chloroacetyl chloride is an acyl halide.
Also known as Chloroacetyl chloride, Acetyl chloride, 2-Chloroacetyl chloride.
- Catalogue No.
- AL1259
- CAS Number
- 79-04-9
- Molecular Formula
- C2H2Cl2O
- Molecular Weight
- 112.94 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29159090
- Grade
- 98%
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: -21.7 °C; Boiling point: 106.0 °C; Flash point: 100 °C (212 °F) - closed cup; Density: 1.4202 g/cu cm at 20 °C; Solubility: Decomposed by water.
- Appearance
- Liquid
- Shelf Life
- 12 months
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 ml glass bottle with tin cap, 2.5 Lt glass bottle with tin cap
- Storage
- Separated from food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers. Dry. Keep in a well-ventilated room.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Chloroacetyl chloride
- Catalogue No.
- AL1259
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 79-04-9
- EC Number
- 201-171-6
- Grade
- 98%
- EC Index Number
- 607-007-00-6
- Chemical Formula
- C2H2Cl2O
- HSN Code
- 29159090
- Synonyms
- Chloroacetyl chloride, Acetyl chloride, 2-Chloroacetyl chloride
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Used as an acylating agent in 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
- Met. Corr. 1; Acute Tox. 3; Skin Corr. 1A; Eye Dam. 1; STOT RE 1; Aquatic Acute 1
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 6577 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Corrosive, Acute Toxic, Health Hazard, Environmental Hazard
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H290: May be corrosive to metals; H301: Toxic if swallowed; H311: Toxic in contact with skin; H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H318: Causes serious eye damage; H331: Toxic if inhaled; H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure; H400: Very toxic to aquatic life
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Corrosive to metals, may cause severe skin burns and eye damage.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Chloroacetyl chloride
- CAS No.
- 79-04-9
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- If this chemical contacts the skin, immediately flush the contaminated skin with water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing and flush the skin with water. Get medical attention promptly.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Severe respiratory irritation, skin burns, eye damage.
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
- Dry powder, dry sand. Unsuitable extinguishing media: Do NOT use water jet.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- The vapour is heavier than air.
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
- Cover the spilled material with dry sand. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. NEVER direct water jet on liquid.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use in a fume hood. Wear appropriate PPE including gloves and goggles.
- 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. Dry. Keep in a well-ventilated room.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Handle with gloves.
- Eye protection
- Tightly fitting safety goggles. Faceshield (8-inch minimum).
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use a NIOSH-approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Colorless to pale yellow
- Odour
- Sharp, pungent, irritating
- Odour threshold
- Not specified
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not specified
- Melting point
- -21.7 °C
- Freezing point
- Not specified
- Boiling point
- 106.0 °C
- Flash point
- 100 °C (212 °F) - closed cup
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not specified
- Decomposition temperature
- Not specified
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not flammable
- Vapour pressure
- 25.2 mm Hg at 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Relative vapor density (air = 1): 3.9
- Density
- 1.4202 g/cu cm at 20 °C
- Solubility
- Decomposed by water
- Log Pow
- Not specified
- 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 water, alcohols, and amines.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- May decompose on exposure to moist air or water. Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including phosgene and hydrogen chloride. Reacts violently with water, alcohols, powdered metals and many organics.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Water, strong bases, strong oxidizing agents.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions: Carbon oxides, hydrogen chloride gas.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 208 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse oral 220 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse iv 32 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- H318: Causes serious eye damage
- 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)
- H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
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)
- 1752
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- 1752
- UN-No. (IATA)
- 1752
- UN-No. (ADN)
- 1752
- UN-No. (RID)
- 1752
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Chloroacetyl chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Chloroacetyl chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Chloroacetyl chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Chloroacetyl chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Chloroacetyl chloride
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 6.1 (8)
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- I
- Packing group (IMDG)
- I
- Packing group (IATA)
- I
- Packing group (ADN)
- I
- Packing group (RID)
- I
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
In the synthesis of organic compounds.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL00445
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 112.94 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 98% | 98.5% |
| Density | 1.418 g/mL | 1.420 g/mL |
| Boiling Point | 198 °C | 198.5 °C |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Related Substances | None detected | None detected |
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. -21.7 °C; b.p. 106.0 °C | ≤ 0.5% | Not applicable | None detected | Decomposed by water |
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