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Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

Chlorolactic acid

Also known as Propanoic acid, 3-chloro-2-hydroxy-, 3-Chlorolactate, 3-chloro lactate

CAS 1713-85-5Formula C3H5ClO3Molar mass 124.52 g/molEC 216-993-0
GHS signal word: Danger. Pictograms: Corrosive 4 suppliers listed
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Chlorolactic acid chemical structure, C3H5ClO3, CAS 1713-85-5
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
1713-85-5
Formula
C3H5ClO3
Molar mass
124.52 g/mol
EC number
216-993-0
HS code
291819
Category
Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

What is Chlorolactic acid?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

3-chlorolactic acid is a 2-hydroxy monocarboxylic acid that is lactic acid in which one of the methyl hydrogens is replaced by a chloro group. It is an organochlorine compound and a 2-hydroxy monocarboxylic acid. It is functionally related to a rac-lactic acid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
3-chloro-2-hydroxypropanoic acid
CAS number
1713-85-5 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 50906-02-0, 74792-92-0
EC number
216-993-0
Molecular formula
C3H5ClO3
UNII
M4Y6UA6H9U
MDL number
MFCD00046523
InChIKey
OSLCJYYQMKPZHU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C3H5ClO3/c4-1-2(5)3(6)7/h2,5H,1H2,(H,6,7)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C(C(C(=O)O)O)Cl

Synonyms

  • Propanoic acid, 3-chloro-2-hydroxy-
  • 3-Chlorolactate
  • 3-chloro lactate
  • 3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropanoic acid
  • beta-Chlorolactic acid
  • 3-Chlorolactic acid
  • 3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropionic acid
  • (+/-)-3-chlorolactic acid
  • 3-Chloro-2-hydroxy propanoic acid
  • C3H5ClO3
  • DL-3-Chlorolactic Acid
  • 3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropanoicacid
  • 2-Hydroxy-3-chloropropionic Acid
  • 3-Chloro-2-hydroxy-propanoic Acid
  • Propanoic acid, chloro-2-hydroxy-
  • b-Chlorolactic Acid
  • Beta-Ahlorolactic Acid
  • beta-Chlorolactic acid, >=92.5%
  • dl-beta-chlorolactic acid
  • 3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropanoic acid #
  • 3-Chlorolactic acid, (+/-)-

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
124.52 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
123.9927 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-0.33calc.
Topological polar surface area
57.53 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
7calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.67calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

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Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Danger
GHS05: Corrosive
Corrosive

Hazard statements

  • H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Precautionary statements (12)
  • P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P301 + P330 + P331If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting.
  • P302 + P361 + P354If on skin: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Immediately rinse with water for several minutes.
  • P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P305 + P354 + P338If in eyes: Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P316Get emergency medical help immediately.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P363Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
  • P405Store locked up.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

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

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Regulatory status

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United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Inactive in US commerce

HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Chlorolactic acid is traded under.

HS 2918.19Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…

World exports in 2024
$1.37B
+0.5% vs 2023, imports $1.18B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China23.7%
  2. Italy14.7%
  3. India * partner reported12.0%
Top importers
  1. Germany11.7%
  2. South Korea9.8%
  3. Italy9.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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The HS code shown for Chlorolactic acid is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Chlorolactic acid, based on the data on this page

What is Chlorolactic acid?

3-chlorolactic acid is a 2-hydroxy monocarboxylic acid that is lactic acid in which one of the methyl hydrogens is replaced by a chloro group. It is an organochlorine compound and a 2-hydroxy monocarboxylic acid. It is functionally related to a rac-lactic acid.

Is Chlorolactic acid hazardous?

Chlorolactic acid carries the GHS signal word "Danger". Main hazards: causes severe skin burns and eye damage. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

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