Chloroacetic Acid

Basic Information of Chloroacetic Acid

Chloroacetic Acid (CAS No. 79-11-8) is produced to meet stringent quality standards, ensuring exceptional purity and consistent performance for your specialized applications:

CAS No.:	79-11-8
EC No.:	201-178-4
Linear Formula:	C₂H₃ClO₂
Molecular Weight:	94.50
Appearance:	White crystalline solid or flakes (often transported as an aqueous solution).
Odor:	Pungent, irritating odor.
Melting Point:	61-63 °C (for alpha-MCA).
Boiling point:	189 °C.
Solubility:	Highly soluble in water, alcohol, ether, and many other organic solvents.
Nature:	Extremely corrosive, highly toxic.
RIDADR:	UN 1750  6.1,8/ PG 2
Chemical Structure:

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Primary Applications of Chloroacetic Acid (MCA)

The high reactivity of Chloroacetic Acid, particularly due to the presence of both a carboxyl group and an activated chlorine atom, makes it an essential intermediate in diverse industries:

1. Cellulose Derivatives:

   One of the largest applications of MCA is in the production of various cellulose ethers, primarily Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC). CMC is widely used as a thickener, binder, stabilizer, and water-retaining agent in food, pharmaceuticals, detergents, textiles, and drilling fluids.

2. Pharmaceutical Synthesis:

   MCA is a critical intermediate in the synthesis of numerous active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including ibuprofen, vitamins (like Vitamin B6), caffeine, and various other drug molecules, leveraging its versatile reactive sites.

3. Agrochemical Manufacturing:

   It serves as a key building block for the synthesis of various agrochemicals, including herbicides (e.g., 2,4-D, MCPA), insecticides, and fungicides, contributing to crop protection and yield enhancement.

4. Dyes and Pigments:

   MCA is utilized in the production of certain types of dyes and pigments, particularly indigo dyes, contributing to the vibrant colors and properties of textile and other industrial colorants.

5. Surfactants and Detergents:

   Used in the production of betaine-type amphoteric surfactants, which find applications in shampoos, body washes, and other cleaning products due to their mildness and foaming properties.

6. Thioglycolic Acid Production:

   MCA is a primary raw material for the synthesis of thioglycolic acid and its derivatives, which are used in cosmetics (hair perm solutions), PVC stabilizers, and petroleum refining.

• Exceptional Purity & Consistency: Our MCA is manufactured to high purity specifications, crucial for the complex synthesis processes in which it is used.

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Hazards Classification

• GHS Classification: Corrosive (GHS05), Acute Toxicity (GHS06), Environmental Hazard (GHS09)

• Hazard Statements: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin, or if inhaled; very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

• UN Number: UN 1750

• Hazard Class: 6.1 (Toxic Substances), 8 (Corrosive Substances)

• Packing Group: II