Chloroform (Trichloromethane)
Chloroform, also known as trichloromethane, is a versatile organic compound characterized by its colorless appearance and sweet scent. It is presented in the form of a dense liquid, making it a practical choice for various applications in laboratories and industrial settings.
Key Features:
- Historical Use: Once widely used as an anesthetic, chloroform has evolved primarily into an essential production reagent for chlorodifluoromethane.
- Laboratory Solvent: Chloroform is favored as a laboratory solvent thanks to its low reactivity and high volatility, allowing for easy integration with a range of organic compounds.
- Synthetic Reagent: Although its application as a synthetic reagent is limited, chloroform plays a crucial role in organic synthesis, especially in generating dichlorocarbene through reaction with sodium hydroxide.
Specifications:
| Chemical CAS Number |
67-66-3 |
| Chemical Formula |
CHCl3 |
| Chemical Formula Weight |
F.W. 119.38 |
| Chemical Specs |
Specific Gravity @ 25°C: 1.476-1.480 (indicating 99.0-99.5% CHCl3)
Maximum Limits: Nonvolatile Residue 0.002%
Free Chlorine: To pass test
Readily Carbonizable Substances: To pass test
Chlorinated Decomposition Products and Chloride: To pass test
Acid and Phosgene: To pass test
Aldehyde and Ketone: To pass test
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| Chemical Storage Info |
LIGHT SENSITIVE: Store in tightly closed, light-resistant containers. |
| Chemical Hazard Class |
6.1 |
| Chemical Packaging Group |
PG III |
| Additional Shipping Charge |
Subject to additional UPS-imposed hazardous material charge. |
| Health Rating |
2 |
| Chemical DOT Description |
UN1888, Chloroform, 6.1, PG III |
| Chemical Category |
Organic Chemicals |
