Description

Acetyl Chloride is a fundamental organic reagent and a highly reactive acylating agent. Its primary commercial value lies in its ability to efficiently introduce the acetyl group into a wide range of molecules, making it indispensable for chemical synthesis. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key reagent for the acetylation of amines and alcohols in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Production: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides as a building block.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Acts as an acetylating agent in the production of various organic colorants.
• Perfume and Flavor Industry: Employed in the synthesis of fragrance compounds and flavoring agents.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or modifying agent in the production of certain specialty polymers and resins.
• Laboratory Reagent: A common reagent for analytical derivatization and small-scale organic synthesis in R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetyl Chloride
CAS No.	75-36-5
Molecular Formula	C2H3ClO
Molecular Weight	78.50 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetic Acid Chloride; Ethanoyl Chloride; Acetylchloride; Acetic Chloride; CH3COCl; Acyl Chloride; Acetic acid, chloride
EINECS	200-865-6

Quality Control

Our Acetyl Chloride is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the required specifications for purity, identity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing the results are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its highly volatile and moisture-sensitive nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent hydrolysis and pressure buildup. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to slightly yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1 %
Residue on Evaporation	≤ 0.01 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.