3-Chloro-2,4(3H,5H)-furandione

3-氯-2,4(3H,5H)-呋喃二酮

Also known as: 3-Chlorotetronic acid, 3-Chloro-4-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone, 3-Chlorotetrahydrofuran-2,4-dione, 3-chlorooxolane-2,4-dione, 3-Chloro-furan-2,4-dione

3-Chloro-2,4(3H,5H)-furandione (CAS 4971-55-5) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H3ClO3 and a molecular weight of 134.51800 g/mol. It is also known as 3-Chlorotetronic acid, 3-Chloro-4-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone and 3-Chlorotetrahydrofuran-2,4-dione. Key properties include a melting point of 206ºC (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 364.5ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.51g/cm3 and a flash point of 192ºC. 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.
4971-55-5
Jingsj CID
J-43688-9
Molecular Formula
C4H3ClO3
Chinese Name
3-氯-2,4(3H,5H)-呋喃二酮
Molecular Weight
134.51800 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point206ºC (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point364.5ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.51g/cm3
Flash Point192ºC
Exact Mass133.97700
PSA43.37000
Refractive Index1.48

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2932190090
Summary2932190090 other compounds containing an unfused furan ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Chloro-2,4(3H,5H)-furandione?

The CAS number of 3-Chloro-2,4(3H,5H)-furandione is 4971-55-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Chloro-2,4(3H,5H)-furandione?

3-Chloro-2,4(3H,5H)-furandione has molecular formula C4H3ClO3 and molecular weight 134.51800 g/mol.

Is 3-Chloro-2,4(3H,5H)-furandione hazardous?

3-Chloro-2,4(3H,5H)-furandione has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

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