3-Chloropropionic acid
Agent Name
3-Chloropropionic acid
CAS Number
107-94-8
Formula
C3-H5-Cl-O2
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
3-Chloropropanoic acid; Propanoic acid, 3-chloro-; Propionic acid, 3-chloro-; beta-Chloropropionic acid; beta-Monochloropropionic acid; [ChemIDplus] UN3261
Category
Organic Acids
Description
Solid; Somewhat hygroscopic; [Merck Index] White solid; [CAMEO]
Sources/Uses
Used as an intermediate; [Hawley]
Comments
Emergency treatment: irritants; [HSDB] May cause burns to skin and eyes; [CAMEO] A corrosive substance that can cause injury to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; Inhalation may cause chemical pneumonitis; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
0.336 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
Flash point > 110 deg C; [CAMEO] The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Corrosive solid, acidic, organic, n.o.s." VP from ChemIDplus;
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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