Chloroacetone
Also known as: 1-Chloroacetone, 1-chloro-2-propanone, 1-chloropropan-2-one, 1-chloropropanone, 2-Propanone, 1-chloro-, Acetonyl chloride, Chloracetone, Chloro acetone, Chloropropanone, Monochloracetone, α-Chloroacetone
Chloroacetone (CAS 78-95-5) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H5ClO and a molecular weight of 92.524 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -44.5 °C, a boiling point of 120.0±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 27.8±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H301 — Toxic if swallowed and H310. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 78-95-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-47516-3
- Molecular Formula
- C3H5ClO
- Molecular Weight
- 92.524 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -44.5 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 120.0±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 27.8±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 92.002892 |
| PSA | 17.07000 |
| LogP | 0.43 |
| Vapor Pressure | 15.5±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.397 |
| Additional Property | 124 g/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
- H310
- H330 — Fatal if inhaled
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
- H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Chloroacetone?
The CAS number of Chloroacetone is 78-95-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Chloroacetone?
Chloroacetone has molecular formula C3H5ClO and molecular weight 92.524 g/mol.
Is Chloroacetone hazardous?
Chloroacetone has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H310.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Chloroacetone?
For Chloroacetone, Upstream Products: 2-nitroprop-1-ene, 1-Chloro-2-propanol, Methyl 2-chloroacetoacetate; Downstream Products: 6-bromo-3-(2-oxopropyl)-1,3-benzothiazol-2(3H)-one, 6-Bromo-2-methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyrimidine, Fluoroacetone.
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