Chlorobutol, 98%

Name: Chlorobutol, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010033

About Chlorobutol, 98%

Listed under CAS 6001-64-5, Chlorobutol is an alcohol building block available from Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of 98–101%. The compound has the formula C8H16Cl6O3, corresponding to a molecular weight of 372.9 g/mol. Systematically, it is named bis(1,1,1-trichloro-2-methylpropan-2-ol). Hydrate. Common synonyms include 'Acetone chloroform' and 'Chlorobutanol'.

In its supplied form it is a white to colourless powder or crystals or powder. Reported physical data include a melting point of 77-79 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for food and flavour applications and organic synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and food and beverage processing.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Chlorobutol in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Food & flavour applications
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Chlorobutol, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-010033
CAS Number	6001-64-5
IUPAC name	bis(1,1,1-trichloro-2-methylpropan-2-ol);hydrate
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₆Cl₆O₃
Molecular weight	372.9 g/mol
Exact mass	371.9201
Purity / assay	98–101%
HSN code	29055900
InChIKey	WRWLCXJYIMRJIN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(C)(C(Cl)(Cl)Cl)O.CC(C)(C(Cl)(Cl)Cl)O.O
PubChem CID	5284505

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to colourless powder or crystals or powder
Melting point	77-79 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 3
TPSA	41.5 Å²
Synonyms	β,β,β-Trichloro-tert-butyl alcohol hemihydrate, 'Acetone chloroform', 'Chlorobutanol', 1,1,1-Trichloro-2-methyl-2-propanol hemihydrate, Chlorobutanol hemihydrate, 2-Propanol, 1,1,1-trichloro-2-methyl-, hydrate (2:1), 2-Propanol, 1,1,1-trichloro-2-methyl-, hemihydrate, 1,1,1Trichloro2methyl2propanol hemihydrate, beta,beta,betaTrichlorotertbutyl alcohol hemihydrate, 2-Propanol, 1,1,1-trichloro-2-methyl-hydrate (2:1), Chlorbutanol Hemihydrate, Acetonchloroform hemihydrate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + 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 6001-64-5

Reference Standard

Chlorbutanol Hemihydrate

CAS: 6001-64-5
Formula: C₈H₁₆Cl₆O₃
MW: 372.9 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Chlorobutol, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Chlorobutol, 98% is 6001-64-5. It is also known as β,β,β-Trichloro-tert-butyl alcohol hemihydrate, 'Acetone chloroform', 'Chlorobutanol'.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Chlorobutol, 98%?

Chlorobutol, 98% has the molecular formula C8H16Cl6O3 and a molecular weight of 372.9 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Chlorobutol, 98% can I order?

We supply Chlorobutol, 98% in (98–101%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Chlorobutol, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Chlorobutol, 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 Chlorobutol, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Chlorobutol, 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.