Trichloroacetyl chloride

Agent Name
Trichloroacetyl chloride
CAS Number
76-02-8
Formula
C2-Cl4-O
Major Category
Toxic Gases & Vapors
Trichloroacetyl chloride formula graphical representation
Synonyms
Acetyl chloride, trichloro-; Superpalite; Trichloroacetic acid chloride; Trichloroacetochloride; Acetyl chloride, trichloro-; UN2442; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Acid Halides
Description
Liquid that decomposes in water; [Hawley]
Sources/Uses
Used in organic synthesis; [HSDB]
Comments
"Experiments conducted at Argonne showed that no gas is generated upon mixing with water." No apparent evolution of hydrochloric acid after mixing with water; A strong skin irritant; [CAMEO]
Biomedical References
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Exposure Assessment

TIH
Yes
Vapor Pressure
21.3 mm Hg
Lethal Concentration
LC50 (rat) = 475 mg/m3/4H
Explanatory Notes
Boiling Point = 244 deg F; [CAMEO] VP from ChemIDplus;

Adverse Effects

Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

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