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VAQORAChloroacetone, 96%
Synonyms: Chloro-2-propanone · MCA · 1-Chloroacetone · Monochloroacetone
CAS No.78-95-5
FormulaC3H5ClO
Mol. weight92.52
Catalogue No.VQ-008101
Purity96%
HSN29147090
Chloroacetone (CAS 78-95-5) – carbonyl building block, Synthesis grade, 96%. C3H5ClO, MW 92.52. Buy from Vaqora Chemicals with COA and worldwide shipping.
Batch COA with every lot
16-section GHS SDS
Export to 120+ countries
DG-compliant packing
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
| 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 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 Ų |
| 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)
Signal word: Danger
Hazard statements
H226Flammable liquid and vaporH301Toxic if swallowedH310+H330Fatal in contact with skin or if inhaledH310Fatal in contact with skinH311Toxic in contact with skinH315Causes skin irritationH319Causes serious eye irritationH330Fatal if inhaledH335May cause respiratory irritationH400Very toxic to aquatic lifeH410Very 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.
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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.
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