Acetyl chloride is an acyl chloride, functionally related to acetic acid. It is a colourless, fuming liquid with a pungent odour. It is an efficient acetylating agent for alcohols and amines to produce esters and amides, and is used in organic preparations and dyestuffs.
Full specification
- Molecular formula
- C2H3ClO
- Appearance
- Colourless, fuming liquid with a pungent odour
Compliance & regulatory
Region: EU — Chemotto S.r.l., Milano
- REACH-aligned supply
- CLP-labelled
REACH REACHRegistration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals — the EU chemicals regulation (EC 1907/2006). CLP CLPClassification, Labelling and Packaging — the EU regulation (EC 1272/2008) for hazard communication. SVHC SVHCSubstance of Very High Concern — flagged on the REACH Candidate List for possible authorisation or restriction.
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