ethyl chloroacetate
Also known as: chloroacetic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl chloroacetate, Chloroacetic Acid Ethyl Ester, Ethyl α-chloroacetate, Ethyl monochloroacetate, Ethyl chloroethanoate, (Ethoxycarbonyl)methyl chloride
ethyl chloroacetate (CAS 105-39-5) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H7ClO2 and a molecular weight of 122.55000 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -26 °C, a boiling point of 143 °C(lit.), a density of 1.15 and a flash point of 65.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H301 — Toxic if swallowed and H311 — Toxic in contact with skin. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 105-39-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-5409-8
- Molecular Formula
- C4H7ClO2
- Molecular Weight
- 122.55000 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 11/2/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -26 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 143 °C(lit.) |
| Density | 1.15 |
| Flash Point | 65.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 122.01300 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 0.78830 |
| Vapor Pressure | 4.39mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.421(lit.) |
| Additional Property | 20 g/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
- H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- H331 — Toxic if inhaled
- H400 — Very toxic to aquatic life
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2905199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2905199090. saturated monohydric alcohols. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of ethyl chloroacetate?
The CAS number of ethyl chloroacetate is 105-39-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of ethyl chloroacetate?
ethyl chloroacetate has molecular formula C4H7ClO2 and molecular weight 122.55000 g/mol.
Is ethyl chloroacetate hazardous?
ethyl chloroacetate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin.
What are the upstream and downstream products of ethyl chloroacetate?
For ethyl chloroacetate, Upstream Products: Ethanol, Chloroacetic acid, Ethyl diazoacetate; Downstream Products: 6-(Chloromethyl)-1,3,5-triazine-2,4-diamine, 2-(4-chlorophenyl)sulfonylacetic acid, Ethyl 7-methoxybenzofuran-2-carboxylate.
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