| Chemical Name | : Acetic Acid Choride, Ethanoyl Choride |
| Structural Formula | : CH3COCl |
| Molecular Weight | : 78.5 |
| CAS No. | : 75 - 36 - 5 |
| Commercial Form | : Colourless fuming liquid with pungent Odour |
| Density | : 1.104 |
| Boiling Point | : Min. 95% is distilled below 53oC |
| Refractive Index @ 20o C | : 1.38 |
|
Flash point approx. (o C) |
: 5o C |
| Assay | : 98% (Min.) |
| Standard Packing | : 50 Kg. HM HDPE Carboys |
| Application |
:
Used in the Manufacture of Ibuprofen,
Ciprofloxicin, Acetophenone, Choroacetylchloride, Parahydroxy Acetophenone (PHAP) Paramethyl Aceto Phenon, Salbutamol Sulphate. |
| General Use | : Acetylating Agent, Chlorinating Agent, Catalyst and Analytical Reagent. |
| Precaution |
: Causes
irritation to skin and mucous membrane.
Handle with care , Use protective clothing, gloves and goggles. In case of contact with body, wash with plenty of water. Store in cool and dry place, away from moisture . Reacts violently with water |
