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What is Chloroacetic acid?

Chloroacetic acid (CAS: 79-11-8). It's a substance commonly used SU24 Scientific research and development

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Signal Word

danger

Classification

N/A
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Hazard Statements

  • H301: Toxic if swallowed.
  • H311: Toxic in contact with skin.
  • H331: Toxic if inhaled.
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

Precautionary Statements

  • P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
  • P301+P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor/.
  • P303+P361+P353: If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
  • P361: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
  • P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P405: Store locked up.
  • P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
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Physical State
Not available
Physical State Data
Not available
State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
Appearance
Not available
Colour
White
Colour Intensity
Not available
Form
Crystalline powder or flakes
Odor
Pungent
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Ph
<1
Property
Not available
Property
Not available

Product Information

  • Product Code: 36532

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the hazard signal word for Chloroacetic acid?

The signal word for this substance is "danger".

What is the solubility of Chloroacetic acid?

4210 g/l

What is Chloroacetic acid used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Chloroacetic acid?

This substance has 4 hazard statements: H301: Toxic if swallowed. H311: Toxic in contact with skin. H331: Toxic if inhaled. H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

What is the melting point of Chloroacetic acid?

The melting point is 60-63 ℃ (140-145 °F) and the boiling point is 189 ℃ (372 ºF).