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3-Chloro-4-(dichloromethyl)-5-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone

Also known as: MX, Mutagen X, 3-Chloro-4-(dichloromethyl)-5-hydroxy-2,5-dihydrofuran-2-one, 3-Chloro-4-(dichloromethyl)-5-hydroxyfuran 2(5H)-one, 3-Chloro-4-(dichloromethyl)-5-hydroxyfuran-2(5H)-one, 3-chloro-4-(dichloromethyl)-5-hydroxy-2(5h)-furanone, 3-chloro-4-dichloromethyl-5-hydroxy-2(5h)-furanon, chloro(dichloromethyl)-5-hydroxy-2(5h)-furanone, 2(5H)-Furanone, 3-chloro-4-(dichloromethyl)-5-hydroxy-

3-Chloro-4-(dichloromethyl)-5-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone (CAS 77439-76-0) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H3Cl3O3 and a molecular weight of 217.434 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 388.7±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 188.9±27.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
77439-76-0
Jingsj CID
J-18605-0
Molecular Formula
C5H3Cl3O3
Molecular Weight
217.434 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point388.7±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.8±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point188.9±27.9 °C
Exact Mass215.914780
PSA46.53000
LogP0.06
Vapor Pressure0.0±2.0 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.572

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2932209090
Summary2932209090. other lactones. 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 3-Chloro-4-(dichloromethyl)-5-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone?

The CAS number of 3-Chloro-4-(dichloromethyl)-5-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone is 77439-76-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Chloro-4-(dichloromethyl)-5-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone?

3-Chloro-4-(dichloromethyl)-5-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone has molecular formula C5H3Cl3O3 and molecular weight 217.434 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Chloro-4-(dichloromethyl)-5-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone?

For 3-Chloro-4-(dichloromethyl)-5-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone, Upstream Products: Syringaldehyde, Ethyl vanillin, Ferulic acid; Downstream Products: 3-CHLORO-4-(DIBROMOMETHYL)-5-HYDROXY-2(5H)-FURANONE.

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