Acetyl Chloride
| CASNo. : 75-36-5 | Molecular Weight: 78.50 |
| Molecular Formula: C2H3ClO |
Structural Formula of Acetyl Chloride: :
Product Features:
Acetyl chloride, CH3COCl is an acid chloride derived from acetic acid. It belongs to class of organic compounds called acyl halides. It is a colorless, corrosive, volatile liquid. Aquapharm manufactures and supplies high purity acetyl chloride.
Specifications of Acetyl Chloride:
| Product Name | Acetyl Chloride |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear |
| Color | Colorless |
| Physical State | Fuming liquid |
| Odor | Characteristic & pungent |
| Active content | 98% Min |
| SPGR @ 25 Deg C | 1.080 to 1.105 |
Storage:
- Take all necessary precautions to avoid the accidental release of the product outside due to the rupture of containers or transfer systems
- Store in a dry, well-ventilated area
- Keep container tightly closed
- Shelf life is 24 months
Applications of Acetyl Chloride:
- It is a derivative of acetic acid, a weak acid, used as a reagent in numerous industrial processes.
- Acetyl chloride acts as a reagent for the preparation of esters of acetic acid.
- Its reaction with ammonia can generate acetamide with its interaction with primary amine and secondary amine to generate N-substituted acetamide
- It is also useful as an important reactant in Friedel-Crafts reactions as well as in the introduction of an acetyl group.
- It serves as a key starting material in the production of pharmaceutical, acylation agent and synthetic organic intermediates. Aquapharm fulfil this demand by supplying high purity acetyl chloride.
Alternate Name/Synonyms of Acetyl Chloride:
- Acetic acid chloride
- Ethanoyl chloride
- Acyl chloride
FAQs:
What is the use of Acetyl chloride?
Acetyl chloride is used for acetylation reactions, i.e., the introduction of an acetyl group. Aquapharm is manufacturer and supplier of high purity acetyl chloride.
What is use of Acetyl chloride in industry?
- It is a key reagent to prepare esters of acetic acid.
- When it reacts with ammonia it generates acetamide and its reaction with primary and secondary amines gives N-substituted acetamide.
- It is very useful Friedel-Craft reagent for introducing acetyl group.
- It serves as a key starting material in the production of pharmaceutical, acylation agent and synthetic organic intermediates.
Why should we use Aquapharm Acetyl chloride?
Aquapharm, a leading acetyl chloride supplier, offers the best quality products for different industrial applications.
