Methyl dichloroacetate
Also known as: Dichloroacetic acid methyl ester, Methyl 2,2-dichloroacetate, Methyldichloroacetate, Dichloroacetic acid methyl, 1,1-Dichloro-2-methoxy-2-oxoethane, methyl 2,2-dichloroethanoate, Dichloroacetic acid methyl ester solution
Methyl dichloroacetate (CAS 116-54-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H4Cl2O2 and a molecular weight of 142.969 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -52 °C, a boiling point of 142.8±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 80.0±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 116-54-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-10716-4
- Molecular Formula
- C3H4Cl2O2
- Molecular Weight
- 142.969 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -52 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 142.8±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 80.0±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 141.958832 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 0.99 |
| Vapor Pressure | 5.5±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.436 |
| Additional Property | Slightly soluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915400090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915400090 mono-, di- or trichloroacetic acids, their salts and esters |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl dichloroacetate?
The CAS number of Methyl dichloroacetate is 116-54-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl dichloroacetate?
Methyl dichloroacetate has molecular formula C3H4Cl2O2 and molecular weight 142.969 g/mol.
Is Methyl dichloroacetate hazardous?
Methyl dichloroacetate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl dichloroacetate?
For Methyl dichloroacetate, Upstream Products: Dichloroacetyl chloride, Dichloroacetic acid, Dimethyl sulfate; Downstream Products: Chloramphenicol palmitate, Methyl trichloroacetate, Methyl 4-methyl-2-pentenoate.
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