Chloroacetamide

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Chloroacetamide
Identifiers
CAS number 79-07-2
PubChem 6580
ChemSpider 6332
EC number 201-174-2
ChEBI CHEBI:361034
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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 (77 °F), 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]

Hazards

Chloroacetamide is toxic when ingested, irritates eyes and skin, and may cause an allergic reaction. It is suspected of reproductive toxicity and teratogenicity.[4][citation needed] It decomposes when heated above 225 °C and creates toxic gases including chlorine and nitrogen oxides.[3]

See also

References

  1. Herbicides - Epochem
  2. Acetamide, 2-chloro- - Government of Canada
  3. 3.0 3.1 2-CHLOROACETAMIDE
  4. , The National Security Agency of Medicines and Health Products (MSNA): Attest the reproductive toxicity.
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