| Formula / Notation | C2H2Cl2O2 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 79-43-6 |
| Molecular Weight | 128.94 |
| Melting Point | 49.5 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 381 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.563 at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 59 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Dichloroacetic acid appears as a colorless crystalline solid melting at 49 °F. Corrosive to metals and tissue. |
| Also Known As | 2,2-dichloroacetic acid; 79-43-6; 2,2-Dichloroacetic acid; Dichloracetic acid; Acetic acid, dichloro-; Bichloracetic acid; Dichloroethanoic acid; Urner's liquid; Dichlorethanoic acid; Bichloroacetic Acid |
| Category | Acids |
What is Dichloroacetic acid?
Dichloroacetic Acid can cause cancer, developmental toxicity and male reproductive toxicity according to The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: 2,2-dichloroacetic acid
Other Names / Synonyms: 2,2-dichloroacetic acid; 79-43-6; 2,2-Dichloroacetic acid; Dichloracetic acid; Acetic acid, dichloro-; Bichloracetic acid; Dichloroethanoic acid; Urner's liquid; Dichlorethanoic acid; Bichloroacetic Acid
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 49.5 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 381 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.563 at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 128.94 |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 59 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Dichloroacetic acid appears as a colorless crystalline solid melting at 49 °F. Corrosive to metals and tissue. |
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
Dichloroacetic Acid can cause cancer, developmental toxicity and male reproductive toxicity according to The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
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 Dichloroacetic acid is: C2H2Cl2O2