Methoxyacetyl chloride
Also known as: 2-Methoxyacetyl chloride, Acetyl chloride, 2-methoxy-, Acetyl chloride, methoxy-, Methoxyacetic acid chloride, Methoxyacetyl chloride, stabilized, Methoxyacetyl Chloride [Chloromethylating Reagent], NSC 82321, α-Methoxyacetyl chloride
Methoxyacetyl chloride (CAS 38870-89-2) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H5ClO2 and a molecular weight of 108.524 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of <-40ºC, a boiling point of 112.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 28.9±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 38870-89-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-1102883-4
- Molecular Formula
- C3H5ClO2
- Molecular Weight
- 108.524 g/mol
- Category
- Organohalogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 11/3/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | <-40ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 112.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 28.9±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 107.997810 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 0.30 |
| Vapor Pressure | 21.7±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.401 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918990090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methoxyacetyl chloride?
The CAS number of Methoxyacetyl chloride is 38870-89-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methoxyacetyl chloride?
Methoxyacetyl chloride has molecular formula C3H5ClO2 and molecular weight 108.524 g/mol.
Is Methoxyacetyl chloride hazardous?
Methoxyacetyl chloride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methoxyacetyl chloride?
For Methoxyacetyl chloride, Upstream Products: Methoxyacetic acid, Benzoyl chloride; Downstream Products: Methyl 3-(chloromethyl)-4-methoxybenzoate, Ethyl methoxyacetate, 4-tert-butyl-2,6-dimethylbenzyl chloride.
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