Alachlor

Name: Alachlor
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-035639

About Alachlor

Alachlor (CAS 15972-60-8) is an API reference standard offered by Vaqora Chemicals. The compound has the formula C14H20ClNO2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 269.77 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2-chloro-N-(2,6-diethylphenyl)-N-(methoxymethyl)acetamide. Common synonyms include Lasagrin and Alatox 480.

It is supplied as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As a reference sample of the parent drug substance, it is used for identification, assay and impurity-profiling work during analytical method development, validation (AMV) and routine QC. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Alachlor in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material
Agrochemical formulations

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Alachlor
Catalogue No.	VQ-035639
CAS Number	15972-60-8
IUPAC name	2-chloro-N-(2,6-diethylphenyl)-N-(methoxymethyl)acetamide
Molecular formula	C₁₄H₂₀ClNO₂
Molecular weight	269.77 g/mol
Exact mass	269.1183
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	XCSGPAVHZFQHGE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCC1=C(C(=CC=C1)CC)N(COC)C(=O)CCl
PubChem CID	2078

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	3.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	29.5 Å²
Synonyms	Lasagrin, Alatox 480, 2-Chloro-2',6'-diethyl-N-(methoxymethyl)acetanilide, 2-Chloro-N-(2,6-diethyl)phenyl-N-methoxymethylacetamide, N-(Methoxymethyl)-2,6-diethylchloroacetanilide, Chloressigsaeure-N-(methoxymethyl)-2,6-diaethylanilid, alpha-Chloro-2',6'-diethyl-N-methoxymethylacetanilide, Acetanilide, 2-chloro-2',6'-diethyl-N-(methoxymethyl)-, 2-Chloro-2',6'-diethyl-N-methoxymethylacetanilide, Alachlor technical, Acetamide, 2-chloro-N-(2,6-diethylphenyl)-N-(methoxymethyl)-, Alachlor [ANSI:BSI:ISO]

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H351Suspected of causing cancer
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P261, P264, P270, P272, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P318, P321, P330, P333 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Alachlor?

The CAS Registry Number of Alachlor is 15972-60-8. It is also known as Lasagrin, Alatox 480, 2-Chloro-2',6'-diethyl-N-(methoxymethyl)acetanilide.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Alachlor?

Alachlor has the molecular formula C14H20ClNO2 and a molecular weight of 269.77 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-chloro-N-(2,6-diethylphenyl)-N-(methoxymethyl)acetamide.

Which grade and pack sizes of Alachlor can I order?

We supply Alachlor in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Alachlor?

Yes. Every lot of Alachlor 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 Alachlor be shipped internationally?

Yes. Alachlor 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.