3-Chlorophenylacetic acid, 98%

Name: 3-Chlorophenylacetic acid, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008297

About 3-Chlorophenylacetic acid, 98%

3-Chlorophenylacetic acid (CAS 1878-65-5) is a carboxylic acid offered by Vaqora Chemicals, specified at 98% purity. The compound has the formula C8H7ClO2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 170.59 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-(3-chlorophenyl)acetic acid. Alternative names: m-Chlorophenylacetic acid and Benzeneacetic acid, 3-chloro-.

The material typically appears as white to yellow powder or crystals. Reported physical data include a melting point of 76-79 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 3-Chlorophenylacetic acid in 5 g, 25 g and 100 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	3-Chlorophenylacetic acid, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008297
CAS Number	1878-65-5
IUPAC name	2-(3-chlorophenyl)acetic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₇ClO₂
Molecular weight	170.59 g/mol
Exact mass	170.0135
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29333990
InChIKey	WFPMUFXQDKMVCO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=CC(=C1)Cl)CC(=O)O
PubChem CID	15879

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to yellow powder or crystals
Melting point	76-79 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	m-Chlorophenylacetic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, 3-chloro-, (3-chlorophenyl)acetic acid, 3-Chlorobenzeneacetic acid, Acetic acid, (m-chlorophenyl)-, (m-Chlorophenyl)acetic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, 3-chloro-(9CI), Acetic acid, (m-chlorophenyl)-(8CI), 3-chlorophenyl acetic acid, (3-Chloro-phenyl)-acetic acid, 3-Chlorophenylacetic acid, 98%, 3-Chlorophenylaceticacid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Chlorophenylacetic acid, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 3-Chlorophenylacetic acid, 98% is 1878-65-5. It is also known as m-Chlorophenylacetic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, 3-chloro-, (3-chlorophenyl)acetic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Chlorophenylacetic acid, 98%?

3-Chlorophenylacetic acid, 98% has the molecular formula C8H7ClO2 and a molecular weight of 170.59 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-(3-chlorophenyl)acetic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 3-Chlorophenylacetic acid, 98% can I order?

We supply 3-Chlorophenylacetic acid, 98% in (98%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 3-Chlorophenylacetic acid, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 3-Chlorophenylacetic acid, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 3-Chlorophenylacetic acid, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 3-Chlorophenylacetic acid, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.