Oxalyl chloride, also known as ethanedioyl dichloride, is an organic compound with the molecular formula C₂Cl₂O₂. It is mainly used in the preparation of organic chlorides and also in the manufacture of military poison gases.
Physical & Chemical Properties
Molecular FormulaC2Cl2O2
Density:1.488g/cm³g/cm³
Boiling Point:
Solubility:Soluble in diethyl ether, benzene and chloroform.
Molecular Weight:126.93
Flash Point:>100
Melting Point:
Uses
It is mainly used for the preparation of organic chlorides and also for the production of military toxic gases.