| Chloroacetamide | |
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2-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 |
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| Properties | |
| Molecular formula | C2H4ClNO |
| Molar mass | 93.51 g mol−1 |
| 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[1] and preservative.[2] It is a colorless or yellow crystalline substance with characteristic smell, readily soluble in water.[3]
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.[3]