2-Chloromethyl-1,3-dioxolane

Name: 2-Chloromethyl-1,3-dioxolane
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-039497

About 2-Chloromethyl-1,3-dioxolane

2-Chloromethyl-1,3-dioxolane is an ether building block carrying the CAS registry number 2568-30-1. The compound has the formula C4H7ClO2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 122.55 g/mol. Alternative names: 1,3-Dioxolane, 2-(chloromethyl)- and 2-(Chloromethyl)-m-dioxane.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 7 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include organic synthesis and API synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request. Custom pack sizes, bulk quantities and specific analytical data can be arranged on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Chloromethyl-1,3-dioxolane
Catalogue No.	VQ-039497
CAS Number	2568-30-1
IUPAC name	2-(chloromethyl)-1,3-dioxolane
Molecular formula	C₄H₇ClO₂
Molecular weight	122.55 g/mol
Exact mass	122.0135
InChIKey	IKZOMJGRWIOEDP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1COC(O1)CCl
PubChem CID	75727

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	0.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	18.5 Å²
Synonyms	1,3-Dioxolane, 2-(chloromethyl)-, 2-(Chloromethyl)-m-dioxane, Chloroacetaldehyde ethylene acetal, 2-Chloromethyldioxolane, Chloroacetaldehyde ethylene glycol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapor
H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H332Harmful if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364

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 2-Chloromethyl-1,3-dioxolane?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Chloromethyl-1,3-dioxolane is 2568-30-1. It is also known as 1,3-Dioxolane, 2-(chloromethyl)-, 2-(Chloromethyl)-m-dioxane, Chloroacetaldehyde ethylene acetal.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Chloromethyl-1,3-dioxolane?

2-Chloromethyl-1,3-dioxolane has the molecular formula C4H7ClO2 and a molecular weight of 122.55 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-(chloromethyl)-1,3-dioxolane.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Chloromethyl-1,3-dioxolane can I order?

We supply 2-Chloromethyl-1,3-dioxolane, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Chloromethyl-1,3-dioxolane?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Chloromethyl-1,3-dioxolane 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-Chloromethyl-1,3-dioxolane be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Chloromethyl-1,3-dioxolane 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.