2,2,2-Trichloroethanol
Also known as: Trichloroethanol, Trichloroethyl alcohol, beta,beta,beta-Trichloroethanol, 2,2,2-Trichloroethyl alcohol, CCl3CH2OH, (Hydroxymethyl)trichloromethane, Ethanol, 2,2,2-trichloro-
2,2,2-Trichloroethanol (CAS 115-20-8) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C2H3Cl3O and a molecular weight of 149.404 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 17.8 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 152.1±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 45.8±25.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H318 — Causes serious eye damage and H336 — May cause drowsiness or dizziness. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 115-20-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-38059-6
- Molecular Formula
- C2H3Cl3O
- Molecular Weight
- 149.404 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 17.8 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 152.1±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 45.8±25.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 147.924942 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 1.38 |
| Additional Property | 5.16 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 1.3±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.499 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- H336 — May cause drowsiness or dizziness
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Nikhil K Parelkar , et al. 2,2,2-trichloroethanol Activates a Nonclassical Potassium Channel in Cerebrovascular Smooth Muscle and Dilates the Middle Cerebral Artery. J Pharmacol Exp Ther. 2010 Mar;332(3):803-10. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2905590090 |
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| Summary | 2905590090 other halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of acyclic alcohols。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2,2,2-Trichloroethanol?
The CAS number of 2,2,2-Trichloroethanol is 115-20-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,2,2-Trichloroethanol?
2,2,2-Trichloroethanol has molecular formula C2H3Cl3O and molecular weight 149.404 g/mol.
Is 2,2,2-Trichloroethanol hazardous?
2,2,2-Trichloroethanol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H318 — Causes serious eye damage; H336 — May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,2,2-Trichloroethanol?
For 2,2,2-Trichloroethanol, Upstream Products: Ethyl trichloroacetate, Chloral hydrate, Chloral; Downstream Products: 2-Phenylacetophenone, Diphenylmethane, Benzene,1,1',1'',1'''-(1,2-ethanediylidene)tetrakis-.
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