2-Chloroacetamide

Also known as: Chloroacetamide, Acetamide, 2-chloro-, NSC 54286, NSC 8408, Piracetam Impurity B, Mergal AF, KM 101, chloroacetylamine

2-Chloroacetamide (CAS 79-07-2) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C2H4ClNO and a molecular weight of 93.512 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 116-118 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 256.0±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 108.6±19.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed and H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 79-07-2
Jingsj CID: J-44824-8
Molecular Formula: C₂H₄ClNO
Molecular Weight: 93.512 g/mol
Category: Organic Bases
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	116-118 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point	256.0±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	108.6±19.8 °C
Exact Mass	92.998138
PSA	43.09000
LogP	-0.85
Vapor Pressure	0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.448

GHS Safety & Compliance

Acute Toxicity / Health HazardSignal word: Danger

H301 — Toxic if swallowed
H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. Hidenori Okamoto, et al. Synthesis and Herbicidal Activity of N(1-Arylethenyl)-2-chloroacetamides. Agricultural and Biological Chemistry, Volume 55, 1991-Issue 11. [2]. A Fonia, et al. Active Sensitization to Chloracetamide. Contact Dermatitis. 2009 Jan;60(1):58-9. [3]. Christian Eckermann, et al. Covalent Binding of Chloroacetamide Herbicides to the Active Site Cysteine of Plant Type III Polyketide Synthases. Phytochemistry. 2003 Nov;64(6):1045-54.

Additional Information

[1]. Hidenori Okamoto, et al. Synthesis and Herbicidal Activity of N(1-Arylethenyl)-2-chloroacetamides. Agricultural and Biological Chemistry, Volume 55, 1991-Issue 11. [2]. A Fonia, et al. Active Sensitization to Chloracetamide. Contact Dermatitis. 2009 Jan;60(1):58-9. [3]. Christian Eckermann, et al. Covalent Binding of Chloroacetamide Herbicides to the Active Site Cysteine of Plant Type III Polyketide Synthases. Phytochemistry. 2003 Nov;64(6):1045-54.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2924199090
Summary	2924199090. other acyclic amides (including acyclic carbamates) and their derivatives; salts thereof. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Chloroacetamide?

The CAS number of 2-Chloroacetamide is 79-07-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Chloroacetamide?

2-Chloroacetamide has molecular formula C2H4ClNO and molecular weight 93.512 g/mol.

Is 2-Chloroacetamide hazardous?

2-Chloroacetamide has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Chloroacetamide?

For 2-Chloroacetamide, Upstream Products: Chloroacetyl chloride, Chloroacetic anhydride, Methyl chloroacetate; Downstream Products: (Phenylsulfonyl)acetamide, 3,4-dihydroquinoxalin-2(1H)-one, 2-benzylaminoacetamide.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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