| Formula / Notation | C3H5Cl |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 107-05-1 |
| Molecular Weight | 76.52 |
| Melting Point | -210.1 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 113 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.94 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Solubility | 1 to 10 mg/mL at 66 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Allyl chloride appears as a clear colorless liquid with an unpleasant pungent odor. Flash point -20 °F. Boiling point 113 °F. Less dense than water (7.8 lb / gal) and insoluble in water. Hence fl... |
| Also Known As | 3-chloroprop-1-ene; 107-05-1; 3-Chloro-1-propene; 3-Chloropropene; 1-Propene, 3-chloro-; 3-Chloropropylene; Chlorallylene; 2-Propenyl chloride; 1-Chloro-2-propene; Allylchlorid |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Allyl chloride?
Allyl chloride (C3H5Cl) is an organic compound that appears as Allyl chloride appears as a clear colorless liquid with an unpleasant pungent odor. Flash point -20 °F. Boiling point 113 °F. Less dense than water (7.8 lb / gal) and insoluble in water. Hence fl.... It has a molecular weight of 76.52 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-chloroprop-1-ene. Boiling point: 113 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992). Melting point: -210.1 °F (NTP, 1992).
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: 3-chloroprop-1-ene
Other Names / Synonyms: 3-chloroprop-1-ene; 107-05-1; 3-Chloro-1-propene; 3-Chloropropene; 1-Propene, 3-chloro-; 3-Chloropropylene; Chlorallylene; 2-Propenyl chloride; 1-Chloro-2-propene; Allylchlorid
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -210.1 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 113 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.94 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Molecular Weight | 76.52 |
| Solubility | 1 to 10 mg/mL at 66 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Allyl chloride appears as a clear colorless liquid with an unpleasant pungent odor. Flash point -20 °F. Boiling point 113 °F. Less dense than water (7.8 lb / gal) and insoluble in water. Hence fl... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Allyl chloride (C3H5Cl) is an organic compound that appears as Allyl chloride appears as a clear colorless liquid with an unpleasant pungent odor. Flash point -20 °F. Boiling point 113 °F. Less dense than water (7.8 lb / gal) and insoluble in water. Hence fl.... It has a molecular weight of 76.52 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-chloroprop-1-ene. Boiling point: 113 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992). Melting point: -210.1 °F (NTP, 1992).
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Allyl chloride is: C3H5Cl