Chlorine dioxide
| Formula / Notation | ClO2 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 10049-04-4 |
| Molecular Weight | 67.45 |
| Melting Point | -74 °F (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Boiling Point | 52 °F at 760 mmHg (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Density | 1.6 (Liquid at 32 °F) (NIOSH, 2024) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | 0.3 % at 77 °F (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Appearance | Chlorine dioxide hydrate, frozen is an orange colored solid, appearing as a block of ice, with a faint odor of chlorine. It may only be shipped in the frozen state and then only by private or contr... |
| Also Known As | Alcide; 10049-04-4; Chlorine oxide (ClO2); Chlorine(IV) oxide; DTXSID5023958; Purite; Joyden; Joyden plus; Nobda disinfectant; BlueMAX Pre-Post |
| Category | Inorganic Compounds |
What is Chlorine dioxide?
Chlorine dioxide (ClO2) is an inorganic compound that appears as Chlorine dioxide hydrate, frozen is an orange colored solid, appearing as a block of ice, with a faint odor of chlorine. It may only be shipped in the frozen state and then only by private or contr.... It has a molecular weight of 67.45 g/mol. Boiling point: 52 °F at 760 mmHg (NIOSH, 2024). Melting point: -74 °F (NIOSH, 2024).
Formula & Notation
Other Names / Synonyms: Alcide; 10049-04-4; Chlorine oxide (ClO2); Chlorine(IV) oxide; DTXSID5023958; Purite; Joyden; Joyden plus; Nobda disinfectant; BlueMAX Pre-Post
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -74 °F (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Boiling Point | 52 °F at 760 mmHg (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Density | 1.6 (Liquid at 32 °F) (NIOSH, 2024) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 67.45 |
| Solubility | 0.3 % at 77 °F (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Appearance | Chlorine dioxide hydrate, frozen is an orange colored solid, appearing as a block of ice, with a faint odor of chlorine. It may only be shipped in the frozen state and then only by private or contr... |
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
Chlorine dioxide (ClO2) is an inorganic compound that appears as Chlorine dioxide hydrate, frozen is an orange colored solid, appearing as a block of ice, with a faint odor of chlorine. It may only be shipped in the frozen state and then only by private or contr.... It has a molecular weight of 67.45 g/mol. Boiling point: 52 °F at 760 mmHg (NIOSH, 2024). Melting point: -74 °F (NIOSH, 2024).
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 Chlorine dioxide is: ClO2