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2,3-Dichloropropionic acid

Also known as: 2,3-dichloropropanoic acid, alpha,beta-dichloropropionic acid, Propanoic acid, 2,3-dichloro-, NSC 60521

2,3-Dichloropropionic acid (CAS 565-64-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H4Cl2O2 and a molecular weight of 142.96900 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 48-52 °C, a boiling point of 210 °C, a density of 1.491g/cm3 and a flash point of 85.8ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H311 — Toxic in contact with skin and H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
565-64-0
Jingsj CID
J-9823-7
Molecular Formula
C3H4Cl2O2
Molecular Weight
142.96900 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point48-52 °C
Boiling Point210 °C
Density1.491g/cm3
Flash Point85.8ºC
Exact Mass141.95900
PSA37.30000
LogP0.91720
Refractive Index1.478

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed
  • H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
  • H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2915900090
Summary2915900090 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 2,3-Dichloropropionic acid?

The CAS number of 2,3-Dichloropropionic acid is 565-64-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,3-Dichloropropionic acid?

2,3-Dichloropropionic acid has molecular formula C3H4Cl2O2 and molecular weight 142.96900 g/mol.

Is 2,3-Dichloropropionic acid hazardous?

2,3-Dichloropropionic acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,3-Dichloropropionic acid?

For 2,3-Dichloropropionic acid, Upstream Products: 2,3-Dichloro-1-propanol, 1,1,3-Trichloropropene, Acrolein; Downstream Products: 2-Chloroacrylic acid sodium salt, 2-Chloroacrylic acid, Acrylic acid.

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