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2-Chloro-5-methylthiophene, 97%
Description
It is used in the synthesis of dithienylcyclopentene optical molecular switches. It is also used as an active pharmaceutical intermediate.
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It is used in the synthesis of dithienylcyclopentene optical molecular switches. It is also used as an active pharmaceutical intermediate.
Solubility
Not miscible or difficult to mix with water.
Notes
Store away from oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition.

Specifications
Specifications
Density | 1.21 |
Boiling Point | 155°C to 156°C |
Flash Point | 47°C (117°F) |
Odor | Characteristic |
Refractive Index | 1.5356 |
Quantity | 5 g |
UN Number | UN1992 |
Solubility Information | Not miscible or difficult to mix with water. |
Formula Weight | 132.61 |
Percent Purity | 97% |
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Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H226-H302+H312-H331 |
Hazard Statement | GHS H Statement H331-H226-H302-H312 Toxic if inhaled. Flammable liquid and vapour. Harmful if swallowed. Harmful in contact with skin. |
Precautionary Statement | P210-P233-P235-P240-P241-P242-P243-P261-P264b-P270-P271-P280-P301+P312-P303+P361+P353-P304+P340-P311-P312-P330-P363-P370+P378q-P501c |
DOTInformation | Transport Hazard Class: 3; Packing Group: III; Proper Shipping Name: FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS, TOXIC, N.O.S. |
TSCA | No |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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