Acetyl Chloride CH3COCl

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Acetyl Chloride CH3COCl Specification

EINECS No
200-865-6

Application
Acetylating agent in organic synthesis

Ingredients
Acetyl group (CH3CO-) and chlorine (Cl)

Refractive Rate
1.390

Properties
Highly reactive with water lachrymatory and corrosive

Melting Point
-112C

HS Code
291590

Density
1.104 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Smell
Other

CAS No
75-36-5

Solubility
Reacts violently with water

Storage
Keep in a tightly sealed container away from moisture in a cool ventilated area

Ph Level
Not applicable (reacts strongly with water)

Structural Formula
CH3COCl

Poisonous
YES

Shape
Liquid

Grade
Industrial grade

Taste
Pungent and irritating

Appearance
Colorless liquid with an acrid odor

Purity
99.0%

Shelf Life
12 months under appropriate storage conditions Months

Usage
Used in the production of pharmaceuticals agrochemicals and dyes

Molecular Formula
C2H3ClO

Physical Form
Other

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FAQs of Acetyl Chloride CH3COCl:

Q: What is the molecular formula of Acetyl Chloride?

A: The molecular formula of Acetyl Chloride is C2H3ClO.

Q: What are the main applications of Acetyl Chloride?

A: Acetyl Chloride is mainly used as an acetylating agent in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and dyes.

Q: How should Acetyl Chloride be stored?

A: Acetyl Chloride should be kept in a tightly sealed container away from moisture in a cool ventilated area.

Q: What are the safety precautions to be taken while handling Acetyl Chloride?

A: Acetyl Chloride is highly poisonous, reactive with water, lachrymatory, and corrosive. It should be handled with proper protective equipment and in a well-ventilated area.