Chloroacetic anhydride, extra pure >96%

Name: Chloroacetic anhydride, extra pure >96%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019939

About Chloroacetic anhydride, extra pure >96%

Chloroacetic anhydride (CAS 541-88-8) is an acylating agent offered by Vaqora Chemicals in Extra Pure grade, specified at above 96% purity. With the molecular formula C4H4Cl2O3, it has a molar mass of 170.98 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (2-chloroacetyl) 2-chloroacetate. Alternative names: Chloroacetyl anhydride and Monochloroacetic acid anhydride.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 9 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 25 g and 100 g packs, Chloroacetic anhydride is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Chloroacetic anhydride, extra pure >96%
Catalogue No.	VQ-019939
CAS Number	541-88-8
IUPAC name	(2-chloroacetyl) 2-chloroacetate
Molecular formula	C₄H₄Cl₂O₃
Molecular weight	170.98 g/mol
Exact mass	169.9537
Grade	Extra Pure
Purity / assay	>96%
InChIKey	PNVPNXKRAUBJGW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(C(=O)OC(=O)CCl)Cl
PubChem CID	10946

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	1.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 3
TPSA	43.4 Å²
Synonyms	Chloroacetyl anhydride, Monochloroacetic acid anhydride, Chloroacetic acid anhydride, Sym-dichloroacetic anhydride, alpha,alpha'-Dichloroacetic anhydride, Acetic acid, 2-chloro-, 1,1'-anhydride, 2-Chloroacetic anhydride, Chloroethanoic anhydride, Acetic acid, chloro-, anhydride, 2-chloroacetyl 2-chloroacetate, Monochloroacetic anhydride, chioroacetic anhydride

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301+H311+H331Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
H301Toxic if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H318Causes serious eye damage
H331Toxic if inhaled
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P262, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P272, P273, P280, P301 + P316, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P321, P330, P333 + P317, P361 + P364, P362 + P364, P363

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 Chloroacetic anhydride, extra pure >96%?

The CAS Registry Number of Chloroacetic anhydride, extra pure >96% is 541-88-8. It is also known as Chloroacetyl anhydride, Monochloroacetic acid anhydride, Chloroacetic acid anhydride.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Chloroacetic anhydride, extra pure >96%?

Chloroacetic anhydride, extra pure >96% has the molecular formula C4H4Cl2O3 and a molecular weight of 170.98 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2-chloroacetyl) 2-chloroacetate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Chloroacetic anhydride, extra pure >96% can I order?

We supply Chloroacetic anhydride, extra pure >96% in Extra Pure (>96%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Chloroacetic anhydride, extra pure >96%?

Yes. Every lot of Chloroacetic anhydride, extra pure >96% 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 Chloroacetic anhydride, extra pure >96% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Chloroacetic anhydride, extra pure >96% 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.