3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropanoic acid
Also known as: β-Chlorolactic acid, 3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropionic acid, β-Chlorolactic acid, beta-Chlorolactic acid, 3-Chlorolactic acid, Chlorolactic acid, 2-Hydroxy-3-chloropropionic acid, DL-3-Chlorolactic acid, 3-Chloro-3-deoxy-(D,L)-glyceric acid, DL-3-Chl
3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropanoic acid (CAS 1713-85-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H5ClO3 and a molecular weight of 124.52300 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 77 °C (lit.), a boiling point of 259.5ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.519g/cm3 and a flash point of 110.8ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements 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.
- 1713-85-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-993083-0
- Molecular Formula
- C3H5ClO3
- Molecular Weight
- 124.52300 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 77 °C (lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 259.5ºC at 760mmHg |
| Density | 1.519g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 110.8ºC |
| Exact Mass | 123.99300 |
| PSA | 57.53000 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.00188mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.493 |
| Storage Conditions | 2-8°C |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918199090 other carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropanoic acid?
The CAS number of 3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropanoic acid is 1713-85-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropanoic acid?
3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropanoic acid has molecular formula C3H5ClO3 and molecular weight 124.52300 g/mol.
Is 3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropanoic acid hazardous?
3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropanoic acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
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