Synonym(s): Ethanedioyl dichloride
Empirical Formula: C2Cl2O2
Linear Formula: ClCOCOCl
Formula Weight: 126.93
MDL Number: MFCD00000704
Purity: 98%
Boiling Point: 62-65 °C(lit.)
Melting Point: −10-−8 °C(lit.)
Density: 1.5 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.)
Refractive Index: n20/D 1.429(lit.)
Beilstein Registry Number: 1361988
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard statements: H314-H331-H335
Precautionary statements: P261-P280-P305 + P351 + P338-P310
Supplemental Hazard Statements: Contact with water liberates toxic gas., Reacts violently with water.
Risk Statements (Europe): 14-23-29-34-37
Safety Statements (Europe): 26-36/37/39-45
Hazard Codes (Europe): T