Ethyl 3-chloropropionate
Also known as: Ethyl 3-chloropropanoate, Ethyl β-chloropropionate, 3-Chloropropionic acid ethyl ester, 3-Chloropropanoic acid ethyl ester, β-Chloropropionic acid ethyl ester
Ethyl 3-chloropropionate (CAS 623-71-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H9ClO2 and a molecular weight of 136.577 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 162.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 54.4±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 623-71-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-6246-4
- Molecular Formula
- C5H9ClO2
- Molecular Weight
- 136.577 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 162.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 54.4±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 136.029114 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 1.31 |
| Vapor Pressure | 2.2±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.420 |
| Additional Property | Immiscible |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915900090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915900090 other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Ethyl 3-chloropropionate?
The CAS number of Ethyl 3-chloropropionate is 623-71-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 3-chloropropionate?
Ethyl 3-chloropropionate has molecular formula C5H9ClO2 and molecular weight 136.577 g/mol.
Is Ethyl 3-chloropropionate hazardous?
Ethyl 3-chloropropionate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Ethyl 3-chloropropionate?
For Ethyl 3-chloropropionate, Upstream Products: 3-Chloropropionic acid, Ethanol, 3-Chloropropionyl chloride; Downstream Products: Triethyl 3-phosphonopropionate, 3,4-Dihydro-2H-pyrido[1,2-a]pyrimidin-2-one, Ethyl 3-bromopropionate.
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