Chlorobutanol
Also known as: 1,1,1-Trichloro-2-methyl-2-propanol, 2-Trichloromethyl-2-propanol, Chlorbutol, Chloretone, Acetone chloroform, Trichloro-tert-butanol, Trichloro-t-butyl alcohol, beta,beta,beta-Trichloro-tert-butyl alcohol, 2-Methyl-1,1,1-trichloro-2-propanol, 1-Methyl-1-(trichloromethyl)ethanol, tert-Trichlorobutyl alcohol
Chlorobutanol (CAS 57-15-8) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H7Cl3O and a molecular weight of 177.457 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of ~78 °C, a boiling point of 167.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 61.8±25.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 57-15-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-1991955-9
- Molecular Formula
- C4H7Cl3O
- Molecular Weight
- 177.457 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | ~78 °C |
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| Boiling Point | 167.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 61.8±25.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 175.956253 |
| PSA | 49.69000 |
| LogP | 2.07 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.6±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.491 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Smoak IW, et al. Chlorobutanol: maternal serum levels and placental transfer in the mouse. Vet Hum Toxicol. 1997 Oct;39(5):287-90. [2]. Friesen WT, et al. The antibacterial stability of chlorobutanol stored in polyethylene bottles. Am J Hosp Pharm. 1971 Jul;28(7):507-12. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2905143000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Chlorobutanol?
The CAS number of Chlorobutanol is 57-15-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Chlorobutanol?
Chlorobutanol has molecular formula C4H7Cl3O and molecular weight 177.457 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Chlorobutanol?
For Chlorobutanol, Upstream Products: phenyl(trichloromethyl)mercury, Carbon tetrachloride, Methylmagnesium bromide; Downstream Products: 2-Methyl-1-indanone, 2-Methyl-2-phenoxypropanoic acid, 1-chloro-2-methylprop-1-ene.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Chlorobutanol (CAS 57-15-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1991955-9 (accessed 2026-11-07).
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