Methyl chloroacetate

氯乙酸甲酯

Also known as: Chloroacetic acid methyl ester, Methyl 2-chloroacetate, Methyl ester chloroacetic acid, Methyl chloroacetate (natural), Methyl α-chloroacetate

Methyl chloroacetate (CAS 96-34-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H5ClO2 and a molecular weight of 108.524 g/mol. It is also known as Chloroacetic acid methyl ester, Methyl 2-chloroacetate and Methyl ester chloroacetic acid. Key properties include a melting point of -33 °C, a boiling point of 132.2±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 51.7±0.0 °C. GHS signal word: Danger. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
96-34-4
Jingsj CID
J-47611-9
Molecular Formula
C3H5ClO2
Chinese Name
氯乙酸甲酯
Molecular Weight
108.524 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-33 °C
Boiling Point132.2±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point51.7±0.0 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / Corrosion / Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl chloroacetate?

The CAS number of Methyl chloroacetate is 96-34-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl chloroacetate?

Methyl chloroacetate has molecular formula C3H5ClO2 and molecular weight 108.524 g/mol.

Is Methyl chloroacetate hazardous?

Methyl chloroacetate has GHS signal word Danger.

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