2-Chloroacetophenone, 98%

Name: 2-Chloroacetophenone, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-007943

About 2-Chloroacetophenone, 98%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Chloroacetophenone in Synthesis grade, a carbonyl building block registered under CAS number 532-27-4, specified at 98% purity. Formula C8H7ClO, molecular weight 154.59 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-chloro-1-phenylethanone. Common synonyms include alpha-Chloroacetophenone and Phenacyl chloride.

It is supplied as a white to yellow to tan crystalline powder. Key physical data: a melting point of 54-56 °C and a density of 1.324 g/mL at 25 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis, condensation and reductive amination and API intermediates. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg packs, 2-Chloroacetophenone is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Condensation & reductive amination
API intermediates

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Chloroacetophenone, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-007943
CAS Number	532-27-4
IUPAC name	2-chloro-1-phenylethanone
Molecular formula	C₈H₇ClO
Molecular weight	154.59 g/mol
Exact mass	154.0185
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29143990
InChIKey	IMACFCSSMIZSPP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)CCl
PubChem CID	10757

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to yellow to tan crystalline powder
Melting point	54-56 °C
Density	1.324 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	17.1 Å²
UN number	UN 1693
Synonyms	alpha-Chloroacetophenone, Phenacyl chloride, omega-Chloroacetophenone, Tear Gas, Mace (lacrimator), Chloromethyl phenyl ketone, Phenacylchloride, Chemical mace, Acetophenone, 2-chloro-, Ethanone, 2-chloro-1-phenyl-, 1-Chloroacetophenone, CN (lacrimator)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H300Fatal if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H318Causes serious eye damage
H330Fatal if inhaled
H331Toxic if inhaled
H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P233, P260, P261, P262, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P272, P280, P284, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P319, P320, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P342 + P316

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

Other grades of CAS 532-27-4

Puriss

Phenacyl chloride, 98%

CAS: 532-27-4
Formula: C₈H₇ClO
MW: 154.59 g/mol

VQ-008162

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Chloroacetophenone, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Chloroacetophenone, 98% is 532-27-4. It is also known as alpha-Chloroacetophenone, Phenacyl chloride, omega-Chloroacetophenone.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Chloroacetophenone, 98%?

2-Chloroacetophenone, 98% has the molecular formula C8H7ClO and a molecular weight of 154.59 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-chloro-1-phenylethanone.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Chloroacetophenone, 98% can I order?

We supply 2-Chloroacetophenone, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Chloroacetophenone, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Chloroacetophenone, 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 2-Chloroacetophenone, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Chloroacetophenone, 98% is classified as hazardous (UN 1693), 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.