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Chlorine dioxide

ClO2 Inorganic Compounds CAS 10049-04-4
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Formula / NotationClO2
CAS Number10049-04-4
Molecular Weight67.45
Melting Point-74 °F (NIOSH, 2024)
Boiling Point52 °F at 760 mmHg (NIOSH, 2024)
Density1.6 (Liquid at 32 °F) (NIOSH, 2024) - Denser than water; will sink
Solubility0.3 % at 77 °F (NIOSH, 2024)
AppearanceChlorine 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 AsAlcide; 10049-04-4; Chlorine oxide (ClO2); Chlorine(IV) oxide; DTXSID5023958; Purite; Joyden; Joyden plus; Nobda disinfectant; BlueMAX Pre-Post
CategoryInorganic 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

ClO2

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

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.... Molecular formula: ClO2. Molecular weight: 67.45 g/mol. Boiling point: 52 °F at 760 mmHg (NIOSH, 2024). Melting point: -74 °F (NIOSH, 2024). Density: 1.6 (Liquid at 32 °F) (NIOSH, 2024) - Denser than water; will sink. Solubility: 0.3 % at 77 °F (NIOSH, 2024). Vapor pressure: greater than 1 atm (NIOSH, 2024). LogP: 1.4.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Melting Point-74 °F (NIOSH, 2024)
Boiling Point52 °F at 760 mmHg (NIOSH, 2024)
Density1.6 (Liquid at 32 °F) (NIOSH, 2024) - Denser than water; will sink
Molecular Weight67.45
Solubility0.3 % at 77 °F (NIOSH, 2024)
AppearanceChlorine 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

Used in industrial processes, materials science, semiconductor manufacture, ceramics, or as a catalyst.

Safety Information

May be corrosive, toxic, or an oxidising agent. Handle in well-ventilated area. Consult SDS before use.

Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.

Key Facts

Term Chlorine dioxide
Formula ClO2
CAS Number 10049-04-4
Molecular Weight 67.45
Synonyms Alcide; 10049-04-4; Chlorine oxide (ClO2); Chlorine(IV) oxide; DTXSID5023958; Purite; Joyden; Joyden plus; Nobda disinfectant; BlueMAX Pre-Post

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).

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