Chloroacetone (C3H5ClO)

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Target: Chloroacetone
CAS: 78-95-5
Formula: C3H5ClO
Approx. MW: 92.52
SMILES: CC(=O)CCl
PubChem CID: 6571
Approx. carbons: C3

Chloroacetone structure

Properties

IUPAC name: 1-chloropropan-2-one
Common names: Chloroacetone; 1-Chloropropan-2-one; 78-95-5; 1-Chloroacetone; Monochloroacetone; Chloropropanone; Acetonyl chloride; Chloro-2-propanone; 1-CHLORO-2-PROPANONE; Monochloracetone
Molecular weight: 92.52
Exact mass: 92.00
InChIKey: BULLHNJGPPOUOX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Melting point: -44.5 °C
Boiling point: 248 °F (120 ° C)
Density: 1.15 g/cu cm at 20 °C

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FAQ

What is the chemical formula of Chloroacetone?

Chloroacetone has molecular formula C3H5ClO. Molecular weight about 92.52 g·mol⁻¹.

What is the CAS number of Chloroacetone?

The CAS Registry Number for Chloroacetone is 78-95-5.

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