Epichlorohydrin
Also known as: 1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane, 3-chloropropylene oxide, chloromethyloxirane, (chloromethyl)oxirane, (±)-epichlorohydrin, gamma-chloropropylene oxide, alpha-epichlorohydrin, ECH, Epichlorhydrine, Epichloorhydrine, Epicloridrina
Epichlorohydrin (CAS 106-89-8) is a compound in the Ethers category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H5ClO and a molecular weight of 92.524 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -57ºC, a boiling point of 115-117 ºC, a density of 1.183 and a flash point of 28 ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H301 — Toxic if swallowed and H311 — Toxic in contact with skin. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 106-89-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-17144-7
- Molecular Formula
- C3H5ClO
- Molecular Weight
- 92.524 g/mol
- Category
- Ethers
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -57ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 115-117 ºC |
| Density | 1.183 |
| Flash Point | 28 ºC |
| Exact Mass | 92.002892 |
| PSA | 12.53000 |
| LogP | 0.45 |
| Additional Property | 3.2 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 22.0±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.4365-1.4385 |
| Additional Property | 6 g/100 mL (10 ºC) |
| Additional Property | -57.2℃ |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
- H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
- H331 — Toxic if inhaled
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H350 — May cause cancer
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2910300000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2910300000 2-(chloromethyl)oxirane。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:0.0%。Lowest tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Epichlorohydrin?
The CAS number of Epichlorohydrin is 106-89-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Epichlorohydrin?
Epichlorohydrin has molecular formula C3H5ClO and molecular weight 92.524 g/mol.
Is Epichlorohydrin hazardous?
Epichlorohydrin has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Epichlorohydrin?
For Epichlorohydrin, Upstream Products: Glycerol, Allyl chloride, 2,3-Dichloro-1-propanol; Downstream Products: 1,5-Dithiacyclooctan-3-ol, 1,5,9,13-Tetrathiacyclohexadecane-3,11-diol, α-Naphthyl Glycidyl Ether.
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