The Chloral Hydrate, available in a 500 gram quantity, falls under the category of General Reagents. It is a hydroxy compound, specifically a substituted alcohol, and an organic chlorine compound with a molecular weight of 165.40 grams per mole. This substance requires careful handling due to its toxic nature, as indicated by the Danger signal word. It is essential to use safety goggles, wear safety gloves, and adhere to other workplace precautions when working with this reagent.

• CAS Number: 302-17-0
• Molecular Formula: C2H3Cl3O2
• Molecular Weight: 165.40
• Exact Mass: 163.919862
• Boiling Point: 207.5 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
• Melting Point: 135 °F (NTP, 1992)
• Density: 5.1 (Air= 1)
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Hazard Statements:
• H301: Toxic if swallowed [Danger Acute toxicity, oral]
• H350: May cause cancer [Danger Carcinogenicity]
• H302: Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]