2,2,2-Trichloroethanol, 98%

Name: 2,2,2-Trichloroethanol, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-009962

About 2,2,2-Trichloroethanol, 98%

2,2,2-Trichloroethanol is an alcohol building block carrying the CAS registry number 115-20-8 with a typical assay of 98%. The compound has the formula C2H3Cl3O, corresponding to a molecular weight of 149.4 g/mol. It is also known as ß,ß,ß-Trichloroethyl alcohol or 2,2,2-Trichloroethan-1-ol.

It is supplied as a colourless liquid. Literature values give a melting point of 17-18 °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 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

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

Available in 25 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, 2,2,2-Trichloroethanol is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2,2,2-Trichloroethanol, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-009962
CAS Number	115-20-8
IUPAC name	2,2,2-trichloroethanol
Molecular formula	C₂H₃Cl₃O
Molecular weight	149.4 g/mol
Exact mass	147.9249
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29054900
InChIKey	KPWDGTGXUYRARH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(C(Cl)(Cl)Cl)O
PubChem CID	8259

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Melting point	17-18 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
Synonyms	ß,ß,ß-Trichloroethyl alcohol, 2,2,2-Trichloroethan-1-ol, Trichloroethanol, Trichloroethyl alcohol, Ethanol, 2,2,2-trichloro-, 2,2,2-Trichloro-1-ethanol, (Hydroxymethyl)trichloromethane, Trichlorethanol, 2,2,2-Trichloroethyl alcohol, 2,2,2-trichloro-ethanol, beta-trichloroethanol, CCl3CH2OH

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H336May cause drowsiness or dizziness

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + 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

Other grades of CAS 115-20-8

HPLC

2,2,2-Trichloroethanol, for HPLC ≥98%

CAS: 115-20-8
Formula: C₂H₃Cl₃O
MW: 149.4 g/mol

VQ-046917

Frequently asked questions

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

The CAS Registry Number of 2,2,2-Trichloroethanol, 98% is 115-20-8. It is also known as ß,ß,ß-Trichloroethyl alcohol, 2,2,2-Trichloroethan-1-ol, Trichloroethanol.

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

2,2,2-Trichloroethanol, 98% has the molecular formula C2H3Cl3O and a molecular weight of 149.4 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2,2,2-trichloroethanol.

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

We supply 2,2,2-Trichloroethanol, 98% in (98%) grade, in 25 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

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

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

Yes. 2,2,2-Trichloroethanol, 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.