chlordane

Also known as: (1Ξ,2Ξ,3aΞ,4Ξ,7Ξ,7aΞ)-1,2,4,5,6,7,8,8-octachloro-2,3,3a,4,7,7a-hexahydro-4,7-methano-1H-indene, 1,2,4,5,6,7,8,8-octachloro-2,3,3a,4,7,7a-hexahydro-4,7-methano-1H-indene, 1,2,4,5,6,7,8,8-octachloro-2,3,3a,4,7,7a-hexahydro-4,7-methanoindene, 1-exo,2-endo-4,5,6,7,8,8-octachloro-3a,4,7,7a-tetrahydro-4,7-methanoindane, EINECS 200-349-0

chlordane (CAS 57-74-9) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H6Cl8 and a molecular weight of 409.779 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 106 - 107ºC, a boiling point of 424.7±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 212.5±24.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H311 — Toxic in contact with skin and H331 — Toxic if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 57-74-9
Jingsj CID: J-24873-4
Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₆Cl₈
Molecular Weight: 409.779 g/mol
Category: Organohalogen Compounds
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	106 - 107ºC
Boiling Point	424.7±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.8±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	212.5±24.7 °C
Exact Mass	405.797760
LogP	5.57
Vapor Pressure	0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.627

GHS Safety & Compliance

Acute Toxicity / Health HazardSignal word: Danger

H301 — Toxic if swallowed
H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
H331 — Toxic if inhaled
H370 — Causes damage to organs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of chlordane?

The CAS number of chlordane is 57-74-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of chlordane?

chlordane has molecular formula C10H6Cl8 and molecular weight 409.779 g/mol.

Is chlordane hazardous?

chlordane has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin; H331 — Toxic if inhaled.

What are the upstream and downstream products of chlordane?

For chlordane, Upstream Products: Chlordene.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "chlordane (CAS 57-74-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-24873-4 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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