Basic information
- Name:
Molybdenum chloride(MoCl3)
- CAS No.:
13478-18-7
- Molecular Structure:

- Formula:
- Cl3Mo
- Molecular Weight:
- 202.29
- Synonyms:
- Molybdenumtrichloride; Molybdenum(III) chloride; Trichloromolybdenum
- Density:
- g/cm3
- Boiling Point:
- °Cat760mmHg
- Flash Point:
- °C
- Hazard Symbols:

- Risk Codes:
- 36/37/38
- Safety Description:
- Mutation data reported. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic vapors of Mo and Cl−. Details
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Chemistry
Chemistry informtion about Molybdenum Trichloride (CAS NO.13478-18-7) is:
IUPAC Name: Trichloromolybdenum
Synonyms: Molybdenum (III) Chloride ; Molybdenum Chloride ; Molybdenum Trichloride ; Molybdenumchloride(Mocl3) ; Molybdenum(III)Chloride,99.5%(metalsbasis) ; Molybdenum(III)Chloride(99.5%-Mo) ; Trichloromolybdenum ; Molybdenum(III) Chloride: 99.5%
Product Categories: Molybdenum Salts ; MolybdenumMetal and Ceramic Science ; Catalysis and Inorganic Chemistry ; Chemical Synthesis ; Salts
MF: Cl3Mo
MW: 202.3
EINECS: 236-775-9
Density: 3.58 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point: °C at 760 mmHg
Vapour Pressure: 33900 mmHg at 25°C
Enthalpy of Vaporization: 16.15 kJ/mol
Sensitive: Air & Moisture Sensitive
Following is the molecular structure of Molybdenum Trichloride (CAS NO.13478-18-7) is:

Toxicity Data With Reference
| 1. | slt-orl-uns-dmg 10 mmol/L | MUREAV Mutation Research. 320 (1994),133. |
Consensus Reports
Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory.
Safety Profile
Mutation data reported. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic vapors of Mo and Cl−.
Hazard Codes:
Xi
Risk Statements:
R36/37/38:Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Safety Statements:
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S37/39:Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.
RIDADR: UN3260
WGK Germany: 3
RTECS: QA4681400
HazardClass: 8
PackingGroup: III
Specification
Molybdenum Trichloride (CAS NO.13478-18-7) is a dark red crystalline powder.It is insoluble in water or hydrochloric acid, slightly soluble in alcohol, ether, highly soluble in concentrated sulfuric acid, nitric acid.

