| Formula / Notation | BCl3 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 10294-34-5 |
| Molecular Weight | 117.2 |
| Melting Point | -161 °F (EPA, 1998) |
| Boiling Point | 54.5 °F at 760 mmHg (EPA, 1998) |
| Density | 1.35 at 53.6 °F (EPA, 1998) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | Solubility in water: reaction |
| Appearance | Boron trichloride appears as a colorless gas with a pungent odor. Fumes irritate the eyes and mucous membranes. Corrosive to metals and tissue and is toxic. Under prolonged exposure to fire or inte... |
| Also Known As | trichloroborane; Trichloroborane; 10294-34-5; Borane, trichloro-; Trichloroboron; Boron chloride (BCl3); Chlorure de bore; K748471RAG; DTXSID2041676; RefChem:5612 |
| Category | Inorganic Compounds |
What is Boron trichloride?
Boron trichloride (BCl3) is an inorganic compound that appears as Boron trichloride appears as a colorless gas with a pungent odor. Fumes irritate the eyes and mucous membranes. Corrosive to metals and tissue and is toxic. Under prolonged exposure to fire or inte.... It has a molecular weight of 117.2 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is trichloroborane. Boiling point: 54.5 °F at 760 mmHg (EPA, 1998). Melting point: -161 °F (EPA, 1998).
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: trichloroborane
Other Names / Synonyms: trichloroborane; Trichloroborane; 10294-34-5; Borane, trichloro-; Trichloroboron; Boron chloride (BCl3); Chlorure de bore; K748471RAG; DTXSID2041676; RefChem:5612
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -161 °F (EPA, 1998) |
| Boiling Point | 54.5 °F at 760 mmHg (EPA, 1998) |
| Density | 1.35 at 53.6 °F (EPA, 1998) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 117.2 |
| Solubility | Solubility in water: reaction |
| Appearance | Boron trichloride appears as a colorless gas with a pungent odor. Fumes irritate the eyes and mucous membranes. Corrosive to metals and tissue and is toxic. Under prolonged exposure to fire or inte... |
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
Boron trichloride (BCl3) is an inorganic compound that appears as Boron trichloride appears as a colorless gas with a pungent odor. Fumes irritate the eyes and mucous membranes. Corrosive to metals and tissue and is toxic. Under prolonged exposure to fire or inte.... It has a molecular weight of 117.2 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is trichloroborane. Boiling point: 54.5 °F at 760 mmHg (EPA, 1998). Melting point: -161 °F (EPA, 1998).
Used in industrial processes, materials science, semiconductor manufacture, ceramics, or as a catalyst.
May be corrosive, toxic, or an oxidising agent. Handle in well-ventilated area. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Boron trichloride is: BCl3