Chloroacetone, 96%

About Chloroacetone, 96%

Chloroacetone is a carbonyl building block in Synthesis grade carrying the CAS registry number 78-95-5 with a typical assay of 96%. The compound has the formula C3H5ClO, corresponding to a molecular weight of 92.52 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 1-chloropropan-2-one. It is also known as Chloro-2-propanone or MCA.

The material typically appears as a colourless to dark brown black liquid. Key physical data: a boiling point of 120 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 11 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis, condensation and reductive amination, API intermediates and chromatography. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 100 g, 500 g and 200 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Condensation & reductive amination
API intermediates
Chromatography

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Chloroacetone, 96%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008101
CAS Number	78-95-5
IUPAC name	1-chloropropan-2-one
Molecular formula	C₃H₅ClO
Molecular weight	92.52 g/mol
Exact mass	92.0029
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	96%
HSN code	29147090
InChIKey	BULLHNJGPPOUOX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(=O)CCl
PubChem CID	6571

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to dark brown black liquid
Boiling point	120 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	17.1 Å²
UN number	UN 1695
Synonyms	Chloro-2-propanone, MCA, 1-Chloroacetone, Monochloroacetone, Chloropropanone, Acetonyl chloride, Monochloracetone, Chloromethyl methyl ketone, Chloracetone, 3-Chloro-2-propanone, Acetone, chloro-, 2-Propanone, 1-chloro-

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapor
H301Toxic if swallowed
H310+H330Fatal in contact with skin or if inhaled
H310Fatal in contact with skin
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H330Fatal if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P260, P261, P262, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P273, P280, P284, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P316, P319, P320

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 Chloroacetone, 96%?

The CAS Registry Number of Chloroacetone, 96% is 78-95-5. It is also known as Chloro-2-propanone, MCA, 1-Chloroacetone.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Chloroacetone, 96%?

Chloroacetone, 96% has the molecular formula C3H5ClO and a molecular weight of 92.52 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-chloropropan-2-one.

Which grade and pack sizes of Chloroacetone, 96% can I order?

We supply Chloroacetone, 96% in Synthesis (96%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 200 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Chloroacetone, 96%?

Yes. Every lot of Chloroacetone, 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 Chloroacetone, 96% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Chloroacetone, 96% is classified as hazardous (UN 1695), 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.