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Acetyl Chloride 98%

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On Shelf - Approx. UK delivery date: Thursday the 11th September 2025*
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  • Organic synthesis
  • Laboratory reagent
  • Esters
  • Amides

What is Acetyl Chloride? It is an acyl chloride derived from acetic acid. It belongs to the class of organic compounds called acid halides. It is a colourless, corrosive, volatile liquid. Its formula (CH3COCl) is commonly abbreviated to AcCl. Acetyl chloride acts as a reagent for the preparation of esters and amides of acetic acid. 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 starting material in the production of pharmaceutical, new plating complexing agent, acylation agent and synthetic organic intermediates.

Consistent Quality: We provide only high-quality Acetyl Chloride 98%, ensuring reliable and consistent performance for all applications.

Frequent Uses

Chemical synthesis
Utilised for acetylation reactions, i.e. the introduction of an acetyl group. Acetyl is an acyl group having the formula −C(=O)−CH3. Two major classes of acetylations include esterification and the Friedel-Crafts reaction.

  • Minimum Assay: 99%
  • Molecular Formula: CH3COCl
  • Molecular Weight: 78.50 g/mol
  • Boiling Point: 52°C
  • Melting Point: -112°C

Hazard Phrases: Highly flammable liquid and vapour. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

Prec Phrases: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. In case of fire: Use Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

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Cas No: 75-36-5
Einecs No: 200-865-6
UN1717

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