Acetyl chloride CAS No.75-36-5
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Introduction
Acetyl Chloride (CAS No. 75-36-5)
1. Basic Information
- Chemical Name: Acetyl chloride
- Synonyms: Ethanoyl chloride; Acetic acid chloride
- CAS Number: 75-36-5
- Molecular Formula: C₂H₃ClO
- Molecular Weight: 78.50 g/mol
- Appearance: Colorless, fuming liquid
- Odor: Pungent, irritating odor
- Odor Threshold: <1 ppm (strongly detectable)
2. Physical and Chemical Properties
- Melting Point: -112°C (-170°F)
- Boiling Point: 51-52°C (124-126°F)
- Density: 1.10 g/cm³ at 20°C
- Solubility:
- Reacts violently with water
- Soluble in ether, acetone, benzene
- Vapor Pressure: 286 mmHg at 20°C
- Flash Point: 4°C (39°F) – Highly Flammable
- Refractive Index: 1.3890 at 20°C
3. Chemical Structure
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CH₃-C-Cl
4. Hazards (GHS Classification)
- Flammability: Highly flammable liquid and vapor (H225)
- Health Hazards:
- Causes severe skin burns and eye damage (H314)
- Fatal if inhaled (H330)
- Causes serious eye damage (H318)
- Environmental Hazards: Toxic to aquatic life (H402)
- NFPA Rating: Health 3, Flammability 3, Reactivity 2 (Water Reactivity)
5. Storage and Handling
- Storage: Store in tightly sealed containers under inert gas (argon/nitrogen) at <25°C
- Handling: Must use:
- Chemical-resistant gloves (neoprene/viton)
- Face shield + goggles
- Acid-resistant apron
- Fume hood with >100 fpm face velocity
6. Applications
- Chemical Synthesis: Acetylation agent for pharmaceuticals (aspirin production)
- Dye Manufacturing: Intermediate for azo dyes
- Polymer Industry: Modifier for cellulose acetate
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