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Oxalochloride

Also known as chloroglyoxylic acid, (Chloroformyl)formic acid, 2-chloro-2-oxoacetic acid

CAS 4732-69-8Formula C2HClO3Molar mass 108.48 g/mol
Oxalochloride chemical structure, C2HClO3, CAS 4732-69-8
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
4732-69-8
Formula
C2HClO3
Molar mass
108.48 g/mol
HS code
291719
Category
Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

What is Oxalochloride?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Oxalochloride is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C2HClO3 and a molar mass of 108.48 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 4732-69-8. The IUPAC name is 2-chloro-2-oxoacetic acid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2-chloro-2-oxoacetic acid
CAS number
4732-69-8
Molecular formula
C2HClO3
UNII
XU8S3M2QRZ
InChIKey
MANJIGKYCYWWBD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C2HClO3/c3-1(4)2(5)6/h(H,5,6)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C(=O)(C(=O)Cl)O

Synonyms

  • chloroglyoxylic acid
  • (Chloroformyl)formic acid
  • 2-chloro-2-oxoacetic acid
  • Formic acid, (chlorocarbonyl)-
  • Acetic acid, 2-chloro-2-oxo-

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
108.48 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
107.9614 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-0.16calc.
Topological polar surface area
54.37 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
1calc.
Heavy atoms
6calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

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Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

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

HS 2917.19Indicative HS code

Acyclic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and…

World exports in 2024
$718M
+8.1% vs 2023, imports $915M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China46.6%
  2. United States13.7%
  3. Germany10.1%
Top importers
  1. United States16.2%
  2. Denmark11.8%
  3. Germany10.0%
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Frequently asked questions

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What is Oxalochloride?

Oxalochloride is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C2HClO3 and a molar mass of 108.48 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 4732-69-8. The IUPAC name is 2-chloro-2-oxoacetic acid.

What is the CAS number of Oxalochloride?

The CAS registry number of Oxalochloride is 4732-69-8.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Oxalochloride?

The molecular formula of Oxalochloride is C2HClO3 and its molar mass is 108.48 g/mol.

What is Oxalochloride used for?

Known uses and roles of Oxalochloride include building blocks in research and laboratory.

Is Oxalochloride hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Oxalochloride is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Oxalochloride?

Oxalochloride is usually classified under HS code 291719 (Acyclic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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