Chloramben
Also known as 3-Amino-2,5-dichlorobenzoic acid, Ambiben, Amiben DS
Key facts
What buyers check first
- Appearance
- Colorless crystalline solid
- Melting point
- 200 to 201
- Solubility
- 700 mg/l @ 25 °C
- HS code
- 292249
- Category
- Herbicides
- UN number
- UN 3077

What is Chloramben?
Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms
Chloramben is a chlorobenzoic acid.
Identifiers
Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy
- IUPAC name
- 3-amino-2,5-dichlorobenzoic acid
- CAS number
- 133-90-4 CAS number cross-checked
- EC number
- 205-123-5
- Molecular formula
- C7H5Cl2NO2
- UNII
- EWG424FFB5
- MDL number
- MFCD00065093
- InChIKey
- HSSBORCLYSCBJR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C7H5Cl2NO2/c8-3-1-4(7(11)12)6(9)5(10)2-3/h1-2H,10H2,(H,11,12)
- SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
- C1=C(C=C(C(=C1C(=O)O)Cl)N)Cl
Synonyms
- 3-Amino-2,5-dichlorobenzoic acid
- Ambiben
- Amiben DS
- Amibin
- Amoben
- Vegiben
- Amiben
- Benzoic acid, 3-amino-2,5-dichloro-
- Ornamental weeder
- Chlorambed
- 2,5-Dichloro-3-aminobenzoic acid
- Ornamental weeder 4G
- Chlorambene
- Benzoic acid, 3-amino-2,5-dichloro
- 3-amino-2,5-dichloro-benzoic acid
- Kyselina 3-amino-2,5-dichlorbenzoova
- Vegaben
- Chloramben (Standard)
- Chloramben:3-amino-2,5-dichlorobenzoic acid
- 2,5-dichloro-3-amino-benzoic acid
- 3-Amino-2,5-dichlorobenzoic acid, 95%
- 3-azanyl-2,5-bis(chloranyl)benzoic acid
- Chloramben, PESTANAL(R), analytical standard
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade
| Appearance | Colorless crystalline solidexp.Measured value |
|---|---|
| Odour | ODORLESSexp.Measured value |
| Melting point | 200 to 201exp.Measured value |
| Solubility | 700 mg/l @ 25 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Vapour pressure | 930 mPa @ 100 °Cexp.Measured value |
Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.
Computed descriptors
Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation
| Molecular weight | 206.03 g/molcalc.Computed value |
|---|---|
| Exact mass | 204.9697 Dacalc.Computed value |
| LogP (octanol/water) | 2.27calc.Computed value |
| Topological polar surface area | 63.32 Ųcalc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond donors | 2calc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond acceptors | 2calc.Computed value |
| Rotatable bonds | 1calc.Computed value |
| Heavy atoms | 12calc.Computed value |
| Rings | 1calc.Computed value |
| Aromatic rings | 1calc.Computed value |
| Fraction sp3 carbons | 0calc.Computed value |
| Formal charge | 0calc.Computed value |
| Stereocentres | 0calc.Computed value |
| Lipinski rule of five | Passes (0 violations)calc.Computed value |
Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.
Murcko scaffold
The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed
Safety and hazards
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet
Hazard statements
- H315Causes skin irritation.
- H319Causes serious eye irritation.
- H335May cause respiratory irritation.
- H350May cause cancer.
Precautionary statements (18)
- P203Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use.
- P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
- P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
- P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
- P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
- P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
- P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
- P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P305 + P351 + P338If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P318If exposed or concerned, get medical advice.
- P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
- P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
- P332 + P317If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
- P337 + P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
- P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
- P403 + P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
- P405Store locked up.
- P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
- UN number
- UN 3077
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.
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Uses and applications
What the substance is used for, by industry and function
Herbicide for grasses & broadleaf weeds on soybeans, dry beans, lima beans, asparagus, pumpkins, squash, corn, tomatoes, peppers, sweet potatoes.
Preplant incorporated or pre-emergence weed control. Applied at planting of corn, dry beans, lima beans, peanuts, pumpkins, seedling asparagus, soybeans, squash, sunflowers, established tomatoes and peppers, cucumbers, cantaloupes, snapbeans, and sweet potatoes. Post emergence in soybeans.
Chloramben is used as a herbicide to control grasses and broadleaf weeds on soybeans, dry beans, lima beans, asparagus, pumpkins, squash, corn, tomatoes, peppers, and sweet potatoes.
Use classes: Herbicides.
How it is made
/It is made by/ chlorination of benzoic acid, followed by nitration & reduction.
Chloramben is synthesized from purified dinoben by reduction of nitro group.
Regulatory status
Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance
United States
- TSCA inventory (USA)Status: Active in US commerce
HS code and trade data
Customs classification and reported world trade statistics
Global trade
World import and export statistics for the HS code Chloramben is traded under.
Amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and…
- United States13.4%
- Germany11.1%
- Japan6.6%
* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.
The HS code shown for Chloramben is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.
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