2,2,3-Trichloropropanoic acid
chloropon
CAS: 3278-46-4
Molecular Formula: C3H3Cl3O2
2,2,3-Trichloropropanoic acid - Names and Identifiers
| Name | chloropon |
| Synonyms | 2,2,3-T chloropon 2,2,3-Trichloroproponoic acid 2,2,3-TRICHLOROPROPIONIC ACID 2,2,3-Trichloropropanoic acid Propanoicacid,2,2,3-trichloro- |
| CAS | 3278-46-4 |
| EINECS | 221-912-7 |
2,2,3-Trichloropropanoic acid - Physico-chemical Properties
| Molecular Formula | C3H3Cl3O2 |
| Molar Mass | 177.41 |
| Density | 1.7634 (rough estimate) |
| Melting Point | 65.5°C |
| Boling Point | 252.49°C (rough estimate) |
| Refractive Index | 1.4572 (estimate) |
2,2,3-Trichloropropanoic acid - Introduction
Chloroacetic acid (also known as chloroacetate or chlorate) is an organic compound with the molecular formula C2H3ClO2 and the structural formula CH2ClCO2H. The following is a brief introduction to the properties, uses, preparation and safety information of chloroacetic acid:
Nature:
-Appearance: Chloroacetic acid is a colorless liquid.
-Solubility: Soluble in water, alcohol and ether, insoluble in non-polar solvents.
-Strength: It has medium and strong acidity and can corrode metals.
Use:
-Chemical industry: Chloroacetic acid is widely used in organic synthesis, pharmaceutical and dye synthesis.
-Pharmaceutical field: Chloroacetic acid can be used as a drug intermediate.
-Food industry: Chloroacetic acid can be used as a food additive and an acid in the food industry.
Preparation Method:
-Industrial process: Acetic acid is reacted with a chlorine-containing solution, usually using chlorine or thionyl chloride as a chlorine source.
-Laboratory preparation method: it can be prepared by oxidizing ethyl chloride under the catalysis of sulfuric acid.
Safety Information:
-Chloroacetic acid is irritating and corrosive, causing irritation to the skin, eyes and respiratory system when in contact.
-Wear appropriate protective equipment (such as gloves, goggles, and protective clothing) when using or handling chloroacetic acid.
-Avoid contact with combustibles to avoid fire or explosion.
-The treatment of chloroacetic acid should comply with the relevant safety procedures to avoid environmental pollution.
Nature:
-Appearance: Chloroacetic acid is a colorless liquid.
-Solubility: Soluble in water, alcohol and ether, insoluble in non-polar solvents.
-Strength: It has medium and strong acidity and can corrode metals.
Use:
-Chemical industry: Chloroacetic acid is widely used in organic synthesis, pharmaceutical and dye synthesis.
-Pharmaceutical field: Chloroacetic acid can be used as a drug intermediate.
-Food industry: Chloroacetic acid can be used as a food additive and an acid in the food industry.
Preparation Method:
-Industrial process: Acetic acid is reacted with a chlorine-containing solution, usually using chlorine or thionyl chloride as a chlorine source.
-Laboratory preparation method: it can be prepared by oxidizing ethyl chloride under the catalysis of sulfuric acid.
Safety Information:
-Chloroacetic acid is irritating and corrosive, causing irritation to the skin, eyes and respiratory system when in contact.
-Wear appropriate protective equipment (such as gloves, goggles, and protective clothing) when using or handling chloroacetic acid.
-Avoid contact with combustibles to avoid fire or explosion.
-The treatment of chloroacetic acid should comply with the relevant safety procedures to avoid environmental pollution.
Last Update：2024-04-09 01:59:52
