| Formula / Notation | C2H3ClO2 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 79-11-8 |
| Molecular Weight | 94.50 |
| Melting Point | 145 °F (EPA, 1998) |
| Boiling Point | 372 °F at 760 mmHg (EPA, 1998) |
| Density | 1.4043 at 104 °F (EPA, 1998) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Chloroacetic acid, solid is a colorless to light-brown crystalline material. It is soluble in water and sinks in water. Combustible. It is transported as a molten liquid and therefore can cause the... |
| Also Known As | 2-chloroacetic acid; Monochloroacetic acid; 79-11-8; Chloracetic acid; Chloroethanoic acid; Acetic acid, chloro-; Acide chloracetique; Monochloroethanoic acid; Monochloracetic acid; Monochloorazijnzuur |
| Category | Acids |
What is Chloroacetic acid?
Chloroacetic acid is a chlorocarboxylic acid that is acetic acid carrying a 2-chloro substituent. It has a role as an alkylating agent and a herbicide. It is a haloacetic acid and a chlorocarboxylic acid. It is functionally related to an acetic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a chloroacetate.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: 2-chloroacetic acid
Other Names / Synonyms: 2-chloroacetic acid; Monochloroacetic acid; 79-11-8; Chloracetic acid; Chloroethanoic acid; Acetic acid, chloro-; Acide chloracetique; Monochloroethanoic acid; Monochloracetic acid; Monochloorazijnzuur
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 145 °F (EPA, 1998) |
| Boiling Point | 372 °F at 760 mmHg (EPA, 1998) |
| Density | 1.4043 at 104 °F (EPA, 1998) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 94.50 |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Chloroacetic acid, solid is a colorless to light-brown crystalline material. It is soluble in water and sinks in water. Combustible. It is transported as a molten liquid and therefore can cause the... |
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
Chloroacetic acid is a chlorocarboxylic acid that is acetic acid carrying a 2-chloro substituent. It has a role as an alkylating agent and a herbicide. It is a haloacetic acid and a chlorocarboxylic acid. It is functionally related to an acetic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a chloroacetate.
Used in industrial chemical synthesis, fertilizer production, battery electrolytes, metal processing, and laboratory acid-base reactions.
Corrosive. Causes severe burns to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Wear appropriate PPE including gloves, goggles, and lab coat. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Chloroacetic acid is: C2H3ClO2