Chloroethane

C2H5Cl

chloroethane

CAS75-00-3
GHS02 Gefahrensymbol: Entzündbar – Flamme
GHS04 Gefahrensymbol: Unter Druck stehende Gase – Gasflasche
GHS08 Gefahrensymbol: Gesundheitsgefahr – Gesundheitsgefahr
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Identification

CAS Number
75-00-3
EC Number
200-830-5
UN Number
1037
Index Number
602-009-00-0
PubChem CID
6337

Physical-chemical properties

Molecular Formula
C2H5Cl
Molar Mass
64.51 g/mol
IUPAC Name
chloroethane

Chemical Identifiers

InChI
InChI=1S/C2H5Cl/c1-2-3/h2H2,1H3
InChI Key
HRYZWHHZPQKTII-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Overview

Chloroethane (CAS: 75-00-3) is a chemical compound widely used in industry. The molecular formula is C2H5Cl. The molar mass is 64.51 g/mol.

Safety & Classification

Danger
Classification:

Flam. Gas 1; Press. Gas; Carc. 2; Aquatic Chronic 3

HHazard Statements (H-Statements)

Describe the nature and severity of the hazard

H220

Extremely flammable gas.

H351

Suspected of causing cancer.

H412

Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Classification according to CLP Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008. The complete list of hazard and precautionary statements can be found in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

First Aid Measures

Transport (ADR)

UN Number1037
ADR Class2
Packing Group
Tunnel CodeB/D
Proper Shipping NameEthylchlorid, unter Druck verflüssigt
Marine PollutantNo

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chloroethane?

Chloroethane (CAS 75-00-3) is a chemical substance with the formula C2H5Cl used in various industrial applications.

What are the properties of Chloroethane?

Chloroethane has a molar mass of 64.51 g/mol. It is classified as Flam. Gas 1; Press. Gas; Carc. 2; Aquatic Chronic 3. See the technical data above for more details.

How to store Chloroethane safely?

Chloroethane should be stored according to the Safety Data Sheet instructions. Follow the GHS labeling and keep the substance in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place.

Is Chloroethane dangerous?

Chloroethane carries the signal word "Danger". 3 GHS pictograms apply. Always follow the safety instructions in the data sheet.

Where can I buy Chloroethane?

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Data Sources

Classification per CLP Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008. Data from ECHA and PubChem.