Hexachloro ethane, 98%

Name: Hexachloro ethane, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010465

About Hexachloro ethane, 98%

Hexachloro ethane is a halogenated building block in Synthesis grade carrying the CAS registry number 67-72-1 at a purity of 98%. With the molecular formula C2Cl6, it has a molar mass of 236.7 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 1,1,1,2,2,2-hexachloroethane. Common synonyms include Perchloroethane and Ethane, hexachloro-.

In its supplied form it is white to off-white powder or crystals. Literature values give a melting point of 183-185 °C and a density of 2.091 g/mL at 25 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span cross-coupling substrates, alkylation reactions, organic synthesis and pharmaceutical synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and agrochemical production.

Standard pack sizes are 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg and 25 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Cross-coupling substrates
Alkylation reactions
Organic synthesis
Pharmaceutical synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Hexachloro ethane, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-010465
CAS Number	67-72-1
IUPAC name	1,1,1,2,2,2-hexachloroethane
Molecular formula	C₂Cl₆
Molecular weight	236.7 g/mol
Exact mass	235.8102
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29034910
InChIKey	VHHHONWQHHHLTI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(C(Cl)(Cl)Cl)(Cl)(Cl)Cl
PubChem CID	6214

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Melting point	183-185 °C
Density	2.091 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	4.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
Synonyms	Perchloroethane, Ethane, hexachloro-, Avlothane, Carbon hexachloride, Distokal, Distopin, Falkitol, Fasciolin, Egitol, Hexachlorethane, Ethylene hexachloride, Hexachloroethylene

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H350May cause cancer
H351Suspected of causing cancer
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P318, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Hexachloro ethane, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Hexachloro ethane, 98% is 67-72-1. It is also known as Perchloroethane, Ethane, hexachloro-, Avlothane.

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

Hexachloro ethane, 98% has the molecular formula C2Cl6 and a molecular weight of 236.7 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1,1,1,2,2,2-hexachloroethane.

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

We supply Hexachloro ethane, 98% in Synthesis (98%) 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 Hexachloro ethane, 98%?

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

Yes. Hexachloro ethane, 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.