| Formula / Notation | CHCl3 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 67-66-3 |
| Molecular Weight | 119.37 |
| Melting Point | -82.3 °F (EPA, 1998) |
| Boiling Point | 143 °F at 760 mmHg (EPA, 1998) |
| Density | 1.4832 at 68 °F (EPA, 1998) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 66 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Chloroform appears as a clear colorless liquid with a characteristic odor. Denser (12.3 lb / gal) than water and slightly soluble in water. Hence sinks in water. Nonflammable under most conditions,... |
| Also Known As | Trichloromethane; 67-66-3; Trichlormethan; Trichloroform; Formyl trichloride; Methane, trichloro-; Methenyl trichloride; Methyl trichloride; Methane trichloride; Chloroforme |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Chloroform?
Chloroform can cause cancer and developmental toxicity according to an independent committee of scientific and health experts.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: chloroform
Other Names / Synonyms: Trichloromethane; 67-66-3; Trichlormethan; Trichloroform; Formyl trichloride; Methane, trichloro-; Methenyl trichloride; Methyl trichloride; Methane trichloride; Chloroforme
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -82.3 °F (EPA, 1998) |
| Boiling Point | 143 °F at 760 mmHg (EPA, 1998) |
| Density | 1.4832 at 68 °F (EPA, 1998) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 119.37 |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 66 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Chloroform appears as a clear colorless liquid with a characteristic odor. Denser (12.3 lb / gal) than water and slightly soluble in water. Hence sinks in water. Nonflammable under most conditions,... |
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
Chloroform can cause cancer and developmental toxicity according to an independent committee of scientific and health experts.
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 Chloroform is: CHCl3