2-Chlorophenoxyacetic acid
Pharmaceutical Materials 2025-03-02
CAS Number: 614-61-9
Molecular Formula: C8H7ClO3
Molecular Weight: 186.59 g/mol
Appearance: White to almost white powder
Melting Point: 144-148°C
Water Solubility: 1.278 g/L at 25°C
Usage: Mainly used in organic synthesis.
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| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | 2-Chlorophenoxyacetic acid |
| CAS Number | 614-61-9 |
| Synonyms | O-Chlorophenoxyacetic acid; 2-Chloro-phenoxy-acetic acid; AKOS BBS-00007696; AKOS B013811; NSC 8454; (2-chlorophenoxy)-acetic acid |
| Molecular Formula | C8H7ClO3 |
| Molecular Weight | 186.59 g/mol |
| Appearance | White to almost white powder or crystalline solid |
| Melting Point | 144-148°C |
| Boiling Point | 266.91°C (rough estimate) |
| Density | 1.3245 g/cm³ (rough estimate) |
| Solubility | Soluble in hot water and hot ethanol, insoluble in benzene |
| Chemical Properties | Contains carboxyl and chloro groups, capable of undergoing typical reactions such as esterification, amidation, and nucleophilic substitution. |
| Applications | Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry. It is also employed in the preparation of compounds like 2.4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid. |
| Safety Information | Acute toxicity (oral), Category 4; Skin corrosion/irritation, Category 2; Serious eye damage/irritation, Category 2A;吞咽有害. Avoid ingestion, inhalation, and skin/eye contact. Wear appropriate protective clothing and equipment. In case of contact, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. |


