Chloroacetamide
| Chloroacetamide | |
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| Identifiers | |
| CAS number | 79-07-2 |
| PubChem | 6580 |
| ChemSpider | 6332 |
| EC number | 201-174-2 |
| ChEBI | CHEBI:361034 |
| Jmol-3D images | Image 1 |
| Properties | |
| Molecular formula | C2H4ClNO |
| Molar mass | 93.51 g mol |
| Appearance | Colorless or yellow crystals |
| Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) | |
| Infobox references | |
Chloroacetamide (2-chloroacetamide) is a chlorinated organic compound with the molecular formula C2H4ClNO used as a herbicide and preservative. It is a colorless or yellow crystalline substance with characteristic smell, readily soluble in water.
Hazards
Chloroacetamide is toxic when ingested, irritates eyes and skin, and may cause an allergic reaction. It is suspected of reproductive toxicity and teratogenicity. It decomposes when heated above 225 °C and creates toxic gases including chlorine and nitrogen oxides.
See also
References
Retrieved from : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chloroacetamide
