1,2-Dichloropropane
Also known as: Propylene dichloride, Propylene chloride, Propane, 1,2-dichloro-
1,2-Dichloropropane (CAS 78-87-5) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H6Cl2 and a molecular weight of 112.986 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of −100 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 94.5±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 4.4±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 78-87-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-1088858-8
- Molecular Formula
- C3H6Cl2
- Molecular Weight
- 112.986 g/mol
- Category
- Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | −100 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 94.5±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 4.4±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 111.984657 |
| LogP | 1.76 |
| Additional Property | 3.89 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 53.9±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.420 |
| Additional Property | 3 g/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2903199000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2903199000 other saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 1,2-Dichloropropane?
The CAS number of 1,2-Dichloropropane is 78-87-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,2-Dichloropropane?
1,2-Dichloropropane has molecular formula C3H6Cl2 and molecular weight 112.986 g/mol.
Is 1,2-Dichloropropane hazardous?
1,2-Dichloropropane has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.
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