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α-Chloralose

Also known as: alpha-Chloralose, Chloralose, Alphakil, Anhydroglucochloral, Chloralosane, Dulcidor, Glucochloral, Somio, Aphosal, Glucochloralose, Alfamat, α-Chloralose (contains β-isomer), α-D-Glucochloralose, 1,2-O-[(1R)-2,2,2-trichloroethylidene]-α-D-glucofuranose, (R)-1,2-O-(2,2,2-trichloroethylidene)-α-D-glucofuranose

α-Chloralose (CAS 15879-93-3) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H11Cl3O6 and a molecular weight of 309.528 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 178-182 °C, a boiling point of 504.4±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 258.9±28.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
15879-93-3
Jingsj CID
J-12364-6
Molecular Formula
C8H11Cl3O6
Molecular Weight
309.528 g/mol
Category
Organohalogen Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point178-182 °C
Boiling Point504.4±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.8±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point258.9±28.7 °C
Exact Mass307.962128
PSA88.38000
LogP1.10
Vapor Pressure0.0±2.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.587
Additional Property0.44 g/100 mL (15 ºC)

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H332 — Harmful if inhaled

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2932999099
Summary2932999099. other heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of α-Chloralose?

The CAS number of α-Chloralose is 15879-93-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of α-Chloralose?

α-Chloralose has molecular formula C8H11Cl3O6 and molecular weight 309.528 g/mol.

Is α-Chloralose hazardous?

α-Chloralose has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.

What are the upstream and downstream products of α-Chloralose?

For α-Chloralose, Upstream Products: Chloral hydrate, D-Glucose, p-Toluenesulfonic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "α-Chloralose (CAS 15879-93-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-12364-6 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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