Epichlorohydrin

C₃H₅ClO

IUPAC: (RS)-2-(Chloromethyl)oxirane

CAS: 106-89-8

概要

Epichlorohydrin is a versatile building block for epoxy resins, glycerol production, and water treatment chemicals. Over 2 million tonnes are produced annually.

組成

元素 記号 原子 原子質量
Hydrogen H 5 1.0080
Carbon C 3 12.0110
Oxygen O 1 15.9990
Chlorine Cl 1 35.4500

元素組成

用途

  • Epoxy resin production
  • Glycerol synthesis
  • Water treatment chemical
  • Paper strengthening agent

豆知識

  • Nearly all epoxy adhesives and coatings start with epichlorohydrin as a precursor

安全性

  • ⚠ Carcinogen
  • ⚠ Toxic
  • ⚠ Skin sensitizer

Structure

SMILES

C1C(O1)CCl

特性

タイプ
organic
状態
liquid
モル質量
92.52 g/mol
密度
1.1800 g/cm³
融点
-57.2 °C
沸点
116.5 °C
溶解度
66 g/L at 20°C

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
92.0029
XLogP
0.5
TPSA
12.5 Ų
H-Bond Donors
0
H-Bond Acceptors
1
Rotatable Bonds
1
Heavy Atoms
5
Complexity
37.0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Epichlorohydrin?
Epichlorohydrin (C₃H₅ClO) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name (RS)-2-(Chloromethyl)oxirane.
What is the molecular weight of Epichlorohydrin?
Epichlorohydrin has a molar mass of 92.52 g/mol.
What state is Epichlorohydrin at room temperature?
Epichlorohydrin is a liquid at room temperature.
Is Epichlorohydrin organic or inorganic?
Epichlorohydrin is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Epichlorohydrin?
Epichlorohydrin (C₃H₅ClO) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C), Oxygen (O), Chlorine (Cl).