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Organic Chemicals

Epichlorohydrin For Synthesis

RA000244 CAS 106-89-8 For Synthesis

Identity

Product code
RA000244
CAS number
106-89-8
Grade
For Synthesis
Purity
98.5%
Molecular formula
C3H5ClO
Molecular weight
92.53

Classification

Applications
Organic Synthesis

Technical Data

Properties

PropertyValueUnit
Physical state at 20 °C Liquid —
Vapour pressure [20°C] 12.5 mmHg mmHg
Vapour pressure mm/Hg 12.5 mmHg mmHg
Vapour density 3.3 —
Density [g/cm3] 1.18 g/cm3 g/cm3
Solubility in water [% weight] Moderate (1-10%) —
Explosion limits - upper [%] 21 % %
Explosion limits -lower [%] 3.80 % %
Colour Clear Colorless —
Odour Chloroform-like odor —
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] -57 °C °C
Auto-ignition temperature [°C] 416 °C °C
Flash point [°C] 32 °C °C
Boiling point [°C] 115 - 117 °C °C
Initial boiling point [°C] 115 °C °C
Final boiling point [°C] 117 °C °C

These are recorded catalogue property values. Product specification limits, where available, are listed under Specifications.

Specifications

ParameterSpecificationUnit
Appearance A clear Colourless liquid —
Assay Min 98.5 % %
Density (d20°C/4°C) 1.178 - 1.182 —

2 grades of this substance are listed. Each grade is a separate product with its own specifications, pack sizes and documents.

Packaging

Pack size SKU
25 L RA000244-PK-25L
500 mL RA000244-PK-500ML
2.5 L RA000244-PK-2.5L