Mucochloric acid
Also known as: 3,4-Dichloro-5-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone, 2,3-Dichloro-4-oxo-2-butenoic acid, (Z)-2,3-Dichloro-4-oxo-2-butenoic acid, (2Z)-2,3-Dichloro-4-oxo-2-butenoic acid, 2,3-Dichloro-4-oxobut-2-enoic acid, Dichloromalealdehyde acid, 3,4-Dichloro-5-hydroxyfuran-2(5H)-one, aldehydodichloromaleicacid
Mucochloric acid (CAS 87-56-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H2Cl2O3 and a molecular weight of 168.963 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 125-128 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 271.0±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 117.7±27.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage and H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 87-56-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-1331169-8
- Molecular Formula
- C4H2Cl2O3
- Molecular Weight
- 168.963 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 125-128 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 271.0±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 117.7±27.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 167.938095 |
| PSA | 54.37000 |
| LogP | 0.19 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.532 |
| Additional Property | SOLUBLE IN HOT WATER |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 29183000 |
|---|
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Mucochloric acid?
The CAS number of Mucochloric acid is 87-56-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Mucochloric acid?
Mucochloric acid has molecular formula C4H2Cl2O3 and molecular weight 168.963 g/mol.
Is Mucochloric acid hazardous?
Mucochloric acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Mucochloric acid?
For Mucochloric acid, Upstream Products: Furfural, 2-Furoic acid, 3,4-Dichloro-2(5H)-furanone; Downstream Products: 2-Amino-5-chloropyrimidine, 4,5-Dichloro-2-methyl-3(2H)-pyridazinone, 4,5-Dichloro-3(2H)-pyridazinone.
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