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VAQORAMethyl chloroacetate, 99%
Synonyms: Chloroacetic acid methyl ester · Methyl monochloroacetate · Methyl chloroethanoate · Acetic acid, chloro-, methyl ester
CAS No.96-34-4
FormulaC3H5ClO2
Mol. weight108.52
Catalogue No.VQ-008894
Purity99%
HSN29153990
Methyl chloroacetate (CAS 96-34-4) – ester, Synthesis grade, 99%. C3H5ClO2, MW 108.52. Buy from Vaqora Chemicals with COA and worldwide shipping.
Batch COA with every lot
16-section GHS SDS
Export to 120+ countries
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About Methyl chloroacetate, 99%
Methyl chloroacetate is an ester in Synthesis grade carrying the CAS registry number 96-34-4, specified at 99% purity. Formula C3H5ClO2, molecular weight 108.52 g/mol. Systematically, it is named methyl 2-chloroacetate. Common synonyms include Chloroacetic acid methyl ester and Methyl monochloroacetate.
The material typically appears as a colourless liquid. Literature values give a melting point of -33 °C and a boiling point of 130 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.
It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.
Standard pack sizes are 500 mL and 16 x 500 mL, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.
Specifications & identifiers
| Product name | Methyl chloroacetate, 99% |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | VQ-008894 |
| CAS Number | 96-34-4 |
| IUPAC name | methyl 2-chloroacetate |
| Molecular formula | C3H5ClO2 |
| Molecular weight | 108.52 g/mol |
| Exact mass | 107.9978 |
| Grade | Synthesis |
| Purity / assay | 99% |
| HSN code | 29153990 |
| InChIKey | QABLOFMHHSOFRJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | COC(=O)CCl |
| PubChem CID | 7295 |
| Physical form | Liquid |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless liquid |
| Melting point | -33 °C |
| Boiling point | 130 °C |
| LogP (XLogP3) | 0.7 |
| H-bond donors / acceptors | 0 / 2 |
| TPSA | 26.3 Ų |
| UN number | UN 2295 |
| Synonyms | Chloroacetic acid methyl ester, Methyl monochloroacetate, Methyl chloroethanoate, Acetic acid, chloro-, methyl ester, Methyl monochloracetate, Methyl alpha-chloroacetate, Monochloroacetic acid methyl ester, ClH2CCOOCH3, Methylester kyseliny chloroctove, Acetic acid, 2-chloro-, methyl ester, 2-Chloroacetic acid methyl ester, Monochloroacetic acid, methyl ester |
Safety & hazard information (GHS)
Signal word: Danger
Hazard statements
H226Flammable liquid and vaporH301Toxic if swallowedH315Causes skin irritationH318Causes serious eye damageH331Toxic if inhaledH335May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P362 + P364
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 Methyl chloroacetate, 99%?
The CAS Registry Number of Methyl chloroacetate, 99% is 96-34-4. It is also known as Chloroacetic acid methyl ester, Methyl monochloroacetate, Methyl chloroethanoate.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl chloroacetate, 99%?
Methyl chloroacetate, 99% has the molecular formula C3H5ClO2 and a molecular weight of 108.52 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 2-chloroacetate.
Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl chloroacetate, 99% can I order?
We supply Methyl chloroacetate, 99% in Synthesis (99%) grade, in 500 mL, 16 x 500 mL packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.
Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methyl chloroacetate, 99%?
Yes. Every lot of Methyl chloroacetate, 99% 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 Methyl chloroacetate, 99% be shipped internationally?
Yes. Methyl chloroacetate, 99% is classified as hazardous (UN 2295), 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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