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m-Chloroperoxybenzoic acid

IUPAC: 3-chlorobenzenecarboperoxoic acid

C7H5ClO3 Laboratory Reagents CAS 937-14-4
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Formula / NotationC7H5ClO3
CAS Number937-14-4
Molecular Weight172.56
AppearanceThis solid peroxide is sensitive to heat. Storage of this material must be done so with stringent temperature control measures. Its explosion hazard is also mitigated by mixing the peroxide in a so...
Also Known As3-chlorobenzenecarboperoxoic acid; 3-Chloroperoxybenzoic acid; 937-14-4; 3-Chloroperbenzoic acid; M-Chloroperbenzoic acid; MCPBA; 3-Chlorobenzenecarboperoxoic acid; m-CPBA; Benzenecarboperoxoic acid, 3-chloro-; m-Chlorobenzoyl hydroperoxide
CategoryLaboratory Reagents

What is m-Chloroperoxybenzoic acid?

m-Chloroperoxybenzoic acid (C7H5ClO3) is a laboratory reagent that appears as This solid peroxide is sensitive to heat. Storage of this material must be done so with stringent temperature control measures. Its explosion hazard is also mitigated by mixing the peroxide in a so.... It has a molecular weight of 172.56 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-chlorobenzenecarboperoxoic acid.

Formula & Notation

C7H5ClO3

IUPAC Name: 3-chlorobenzenecarboperoxoic acid

Other Names / Synonyms: 3-chlorobenzenecarboperoxoic acid; 3-Chloroperoxybenzoic acid; 937-14-4; 3-Chloroperbenzoic acid; M-Chloroperbenzoic acid; MCPBA; 3-Chlorobenzenecarboperoxoic acid; m-CPBA; Benzenecarboperoxoic acid, 3-chloro-; m-Chlorobenzoyl hydroperoxide

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: This solid peroxide is sensitive to heat. Storage of this material must be done so with stringent temperature control measures. Its explosion hazard is also mitigated by mixing the peroxide in a so.... Molecular formula: C7H5ClO3. Molecular weight: 172.56 g/mol. LogP: 2.4.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Molecular Weight172.56
AppearanceThis solid peroxide is sensitive to heat. Storage of this material must be done so with stringent temperature control measures. Its explosion hazard is also mitigated by mixing the peroxide in a so...

Uses & Applications

Used as a synthetic reagent for transformations including oxidation, reduction, coupling, or functional group manipulation.

Safety Information

Hazardous reagent. May be toxic, corrosive, flammable, or reactive. Use in fume hood with full PPE. Consult SDS before use.

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

Key Facts

Term m-Chloroperoxybenzoic acid
Formula C7H5ClO3
CAS Number 937-14-4
Molecular Weight 172.56
Synonyms 3-chlorobenzenecarboperoxoic acid; 3-Chloroperoxybenzoic acid; 937-14-4; 3-Chloroperbenzoic acid; M-Chloroperbenzoic acid; MCPBA; 3-Chlorobenzenecarboperoxoic acid; m-CPBA; Benzenecarboperoxoic acid, 3-chloro-; m-Chlorobenzoyl hydroperoxide

Frequently Asked Questions

m-Chloroperoxybenzoic acid (C7H5ClO3) is a laboratory reagent that appears as This solid peroxide is sensitive to heat. Storage of this material must be done so with stringent temperature control measures. Its explosion hazard is also mitigated by mixing the peroxide in a so.... It has a molecular weight of 172.56 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-chlorobenzenecarboperoxoic acid.

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