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Epichlorohydrin

Synonyms

EPICHLOROHYDRIN; 2-(Chloromethyl)oxirane; 1-Chloro-2,3-epoxypropane

Description

Epichlorohydrin is a clear colorless liquid with an irritating chloroform-like odor. Epichlorohydrin is an epoxide that is 1,2-epoxypropene in which one of the methyl hydrogens is substituted by chlorine. It is an organochlorine compound and an epoxide. It derives from a 1,2-epoxypropane.Toxic and moderately toxic. Animal experiments have shown potential carcinogenic effects. Long-term exposure should be avoided. It is an important organic synthesis raw material and intermediate.

Physical&Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula:C3H5ClO
Density:1.2g/cm³
Boiling Point:
Solubility:
Slightly soluble in water, miscible with alcohols, ethers, carbon tetrachloride and benzene.

Molecular Weight:92.5g/mol
Flash Point:31°C
Melting Point:

Uses

Epichlorohydrin is a widely used basic organic chemical raw material. It is an intermediate for the synthesis of glycerol and the main raw material for products such as epoxy resins and chlorohydrin rubbers. It can be used in the manufacture of fiberglass-reinforced plastics, adhesives, cation exchange resins and electrical insulation products. It is also applied in the industries of solvents, plasticizers, stabilizers, surfactants and pharmaceuticals. In addition, it can be used to produce various synthetic resins with special functions.

Safety,Security&Risk

The substance may polymerize when heated or under the action of strong acids and bases.When burned, it emits toxic and corrosive fumes of hydrogen chloride and chlorine.It reacts violently with strong oxidizing agents.It reacts violently with aluminum, zinc, alcohols, phenols, amines (especially aniline) and organic acids.There is a risk of fire and explosion.It corrodes steel in the presence of water.

Tagsorganic compound

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