Molecular Formula | C5H9ClO2 |
Molar Mass | 136.58 |
Density | 1.072 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.) |
Boling Point | 146-149 °C (lit.) |
Flash Point | 101°F |
Water Solubility | immiscible |
Solubility | alcohol: miscible |
Vapor Presure | 4.11mmHg at 25°C |
Appearance | clear liquid |
Specific Gravity | 1.085 (20/4℃) |
Color | Colorless to Light yellow |
Merck | 14,3785 |
BRN | 773906 |
Storage Condition | Flammables area |
Refractive Index | n20/D 1.417(lit.) |
Physical and Chemical Properties |
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Use | Used as an intermediate of pesticide, medicine and perfume |
Hazard Symbols | Xi - Irritant |
Risk Codes | R10 - Flammable R36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. |
Safety Description | S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36 - Wear suitable protective clothing. S37/39 - Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection S16 - Keep away from sources of ignition. |
UN IDs | UN 2935 3/PG 3 |
WGK Germany | 3 |
TSCA | Yes |
HS Code | 29159000 |
Hazard Class | 3 |
Packing Group | III |
NIST chemical information | Information provided by: webbook.nist.gov (external link) |
EPA chemical information | Information provided by: ofmpub.epa.gov (external link) |
Uses | Ethyl α-chloropropionate is an intermediate of the herbicide quinolone. Used as a pesticide intermediate. intermediates of pesticides, pharmaceutical intermediates, and herbicide quinolone intermediates used as pesticides, medicines, and spices |
Production method | The preparation method is similar to the preparation of methyl α-chloropropionate. Ethanol is used instead of methanol and α-chloropropionate is reacted to obtain the product. Reaction equation: CH3CHClCOOH C2H5OH → CH3CHClCOOC2H5 H2O |