Chlorobutanol hemihydrate
Also known as: 1,1,1-Trichloro-2-methyl-2-propanol hemihydrate, Chlorbutol, Chloretone, Chlorobutanol hemihydrate, Acetone chloroform, β,β,β-Trichloro-tert-butyl alcohol hemihydrate, 2-Methyl-1,1,1-trichloro-2-propanol hemihydrate
Chlorobutanol hemihydrate (CAS 6001-64-5) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H16Cl6O3 and a molecular weight of 372.929 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 75-79ºC, a boiling point of 167ºC and a flash point of 100ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 6001-64-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-9033-5
- Molecular Formula
- C8H16Cl6O3
- Molecular Weight
- 372.929 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 11/2/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 75-79ºC |
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| Boiling Point | 167ºC |
| Flash Point | 100ºC |
| Exact Mass | 369.923065 |
| PSA | 29.46000 |
| LogP | 2.06320 |
| Appearance | Crystalline Powder, Crystals and/or Chunks | White to almost white |
| Additional Property | Slightly soluble in water, very soluble in ethanol (96 per cent), soluble in glycerol (85 per cent). | Soluble in ethanol, ether, chloroform, and glycerol. Insoluble in water. |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Smoak IW, et al. Chlorobutanol: maternal serum levels and placental transfer in the mouse. Vet Hum Toxicol. 1997 Oct;39(5):287-90. [2]. Friesen WT, et al. The antibacterial stability of chlorobutanol stored in polyethylene bottles. Am J Hosp Pharm. 1971 Jul;28(7):507-12. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Chlorobutanol hemihydrate?
The CAS number of Chlorobutanol hemihydrate is 6001-64-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Chlorobutanol hemihydrate?
Chlorobutanol hemihydrate has molecular formula C8H16Cl6O3 and molecular weight 372.929 g/mol.
Is Chlorobutanol hemihydrate hazardous?
Chlorobutanol hemihydrate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed.
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