Basic information
- Name:
Methyl chloroacetate
- CAS No.:
96-34-4
- Molecular Structure:

- Formula:
- C3H5ClO2
- Molecular Weight:
- 108.52
- Synonyms:
- Aceticacid, chloro-, methyl ester (6CI,8CI,9CI);Chloroacetic acid methyl ester;Methyl 2-chloroacetate;Methyl monochloracetate;Methyl a-chloroacetate;Monochloroacetic acid methyl ester;NSC 2635;
- EINECS:
- 202-501-1
- Density:
- 1.167 g/cm3
- Melting Point:
- -33 °C
- Boiling Point:
- 132.2 °C at 760 mmHg
- Flash Point:
- 51.7 °C
- Solubility:
- water: 28 g/L (20 °C)
- Appearance:
- clear colourless liquid
- Hazard Symbols:
T,
Xi,
F- Risk Codes:
- 10-23/25-41-40-36/37/38
- Safety Description:
- 26-37/39-45-36-16 Details
- Transport Information:
- UN 2295 6.1/PG 1
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Chemistry
IUPAC Name: Methyl 2-chloroacetate
Synonyms of Methyl chloroacetate (CAS NO.96-34-4): AI3-39185 ; Acetic acid, chloro-, methyl ester ; CCRIS 7749 ; Chloroacetic acid methyl ester ; EINECS 202-501-1 ; HSDB 5303 ; Methyl alpha-chloroacetate ; Methyl chloroethanoate ; Methyl monochloracetate ; Methyl monochloroacetate ; Methylester kyseliny chloroctove ; Methylester kyseliny chloroctove [Czech] ; Monochloroacetic acid methyl ester ; NSC 2635 ; Acetic acid, 2-chloro-, methyl ester ; Methyl chloroacetate [UN2295] [Poison] ; UN2295
CAS NO: 96-34-4
Molecular Formula of Methyl chloroacetate (CAS NO.96-34-4): C3H5ClO2
Molecular Weight: 108.5236
Molecular Structure:
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Melting Point: -33 °C
ProductCategories: Organics ; Alpha sort ; H-MAlphabetic ; M ; META - METH ; Pesticides&Metabolites ;C2 to C5 ; Carbonyl Compounds ; Esters ; 500 Series Drinking Water Methods ; EPA ; Method 552
Polar Surface Area: 26.3 Å2
Index of Refraction: 1.4
Molar Refractivity: 22.57 cm3
Molar Volume: 92.9 cm3
Surface Tension: 28.4 dyne/cm
Density of Methyl chloroacetate (CAS NO.96-34-4): 1.167 g/cm3
Flash Point: 51.7 °C
Enthalpy of Vaporization: 39.23 kJ/mol
Boiling Point: 132.2 °C at 760 mmHg
Vapour Pressure: 8.97 mmHg at 25°C
Toxicity Data With Reference
| Organism | Test Type | Route | Reported Dose (Normalized Dose) | Effect | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| mammal (species unspecified) | LD50 | oral | 240mg/kg (240mg/kg) | Gigiena i Sanitariya. For English translation, see HYSAAV. Vol. 39(4), Pg. 86, 1974. | |
| mouse | LC50 | inhalation | 1gm/m3/2H (1000mg/m3) | "Toxicometric Parameters of Industrial Toxic Chemicals Under Single Exposure," Izmerov, N.F., et al., Moscow, Centre of International Projects, GKNT, 1982Vol. -, Pg. 82, 1982. | |
| mouse | LD50 | oral | 240mg/kg (240mg/kg) | "Toxicometric Parameters of Industrial Toxic Chemicals Under Single Exposure," Izmerov, N.F., et al., Moscow, Centre of International Projects, GKNT, 1982Vol. -, Pg. 82, 1982. | |
| rat | LCLo | inhalation | 250ppm/7H (250ppm) | KIDNEY, URETER, AND BLADDER: OTHER CHANGES | Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology. Vol. 19, Pg. 1, 1971. |
| rat | LD16 | subcutaneous | 560mg/kg (560mg/kg) | "Toxicometric Parameters of Industrial Toxic Chemicals Under Single Exposure," Izmerov, N.F., et al., Moscow, Centre of International Projects, GKNT, 1982Vol. -, Pg. 82, 1982. |
Consensus Reports
Methyl chloroacetate (CAS NO.96-34-4) Market Research Report 2009
Safety Profile
Hazard Codes:
T,
Xi,
F
Risk Statements: 10-23/25-41-40-36/37/38
R10: Flammable.
R23/25: Toxic by inhalation and if swallowed.
R41: Risk of serious damage to the eyes.
R40: Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
R36/37/38: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Safety Statements: 26-37/39-45-36-16
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.
S45: In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label whenever possible.)
S36: Wear suitable protective clothing.
S16: Keep away from sources of ignition.
RIDADR: UN 2295 6.1/PG 1
WGK Germany: 2
RTECS: AF9500000
F: 19
HazardClass: 6.1
PackingGroup: I
Hazardous Substances Data: 96-34-4(Hazardous Substances Data)

