mono-Chloroacetic acid, 99%

Name: mono-Chloroacetic acid, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008537

About mono-Chloroacetic acid, 99%

Listed under CAS 79-11-8, mono-Chloroacetic acid is a carboxylic acid available from Vaqora Chemicals (Synthesis grade) at a purity of 99%. With the molecular formula C2H3ClO2, it has a molar mass of 94.5 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-chloroacetic acid. Alternative names: Monochloroacetic acid and chloroacetic acid.

The material typically appears as white powder or flake or crystals. Key physical data: a melting point of 63 °C and a density of 1.58 g/cm3. 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.

Typical applications include cosmetics and personal care and organic synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and cosmetics and personal care.

We offer mono-Chloroacetic acid in 500 g, 5 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Cosmetics & personal care
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	mono-Chloroacetic acid, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008537
CAS Number	79-11-8
IUPAC name	2-chloroacetic acid
Molecular formula	C₂H₃ClO₂
Molecular weight	94.5 g/mol
Exact mass	93.9822
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29154010
InChIKey	FOCAUTSVDIKZOP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(C(=O)O)Cl
PubChem CID	300

Physical properties
Physical form	Flakes
Appearance	White powder or flake or crystals
Melting point	63 °C
Density	1.58 g/cm3
LogP (XLogP3)	0.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
UN number	UN 1751
Synonyms	Monochloroacetic acid, chloroacetic acid, Chloracetic acid, Chloroethanoic acid, Acetic acid, chloro-, Acide chloracetique, Monochloroethanoic acid, Monochloracetic acid, Acide monochloracetique, alpha-Chloroacetic acid, Acide chloroacetique, Kyselina chloroctova

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Toxic

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H331Toxic if inhaled
H400Very toxic to aquatic life

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P262, P264, P270, P271, P273, P280, P301 + P316, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P321, P330, P361 + P364, P363, 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

Other grades of CAS 79-11-8

AR

mono-Chloroacetic acid, GR 99%+

CAS: 79-11-8
Formula: C₂H₃ClO₂
MW: 94.5 g/mol

VQ-008538

Industrial

Monochloroacetic Acid (MCA)

CAS: 79-11-8
Formula: C₂H₃ClO₂
MW: 94.5 g/mol

VQ-019487

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of mono-Chloroacetic acid, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of mono-Chloroacetic acid, 99% is 79-11-8. It is also known as Monochloroacetic acid, chloroacetic acid, Chloracetic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of mono-Chloroacetic acid, 99%?

mono-Chloroacetic acid, 99% has the molecular formula C2H3ClO2 and a molecular weight of 94.5 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-chloroacetic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of mono-Chloroacetic acid, 99% can I order?

We supply mono-Chloroacetic acid, 99% in Synthesis (99%) grade, in 500 g, 5 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with mono-Chloroacetic acid, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of mono-Chloroacetic acid, 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 mono-Chloroacetic acid, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. mono-Chloroacetic acid, 99% is classified as hazardous (UN 1751), 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.