| Formula / Notation | C2H5Cl |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 75-00-3 |
| Molecular Weight | 64.51 |
| Melting Point | -218 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 54.1 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.906 at 53.96 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Solubility | 0.574 g/100 mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Ethyl chloride appears as a clear colorless gas with a pungent odor. Flash point -58 °F. Boiling point 54 °F. Less dense than water and insoluble in water. Vapors are heavier than air. Under prol... |
| Also Known As | ETHYL CHLORIDE; 75-00-3; Ethane, chloro-; Chelen; Monochloroethane; Anodynon; Chlorene; Ether muriatic; Muriatic ether; Aethylis chloridum |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Chloroethane?
Chloroethane (Ethyl Chloride) can cause cancer according to The National Toxicology Program.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: chloroethane
Other Names / Synonyms: ETHYL CHLORIDE; 75-00-3; Ethane, chloro-; Chelen; Monochloroethane; Anodynon; Chlorene; Ether muriatic; Muriatic ether; Aethylis chloridum
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -218 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 54.1 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.906 at 53.96 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Molecular Weight | 64.51 |
| Solubility | 0.574 g/100 mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Ethyl chloride appears as a clear colorless gas with a pungent odor. Flash point -58 °F. Boiling point 54 °F. Less dense than water and insoluble in water. Vapors are heavier than air. Under prol... |
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
Chloroethane (Ethyl Chloride) can cause cancer according to The National Toxicology Program.
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 Chloroethane is: C2H5Cl