Isopropylmagnesium chloride
Item name: Isopropylmagnesium chloride
Description: Isopropylmagnesium chloride is an organomagnesium compound and Grignard reagent commonly used as a reactive intermediate in organic synthesis. It is widely applied in the formation of carbon–carbon bonds and in the preparation of alcohols, ketones, and other organic intermediates in pharmaceutical and fine chemical manufacturing.
Group: Intermediates
CAS Number: 1068-55-9
EC Number: 213-938-6
Ipuac Name: chloro(propan-2-yl)magnesium
Molecular Formula: C3H7ClMg
Molecular Weight: 102.84 g/mol
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes); typically supplied as solution in THF or ether
Flash Point: −14 °C (for 2 M solution in THF)
Melting Point: Not available / decomposes
Solubility: Reacts violently with water; soluble in ether and tetrahydrofuran (THF).
Density: ~0.93 g/cm³ (2 M solution in THF)
Hazard Class: 4.3 (Dangerous when wet) 3 (Flammable liquid – if in THF)
HS Code: 29319090
RID/ADR: UN 3399 – Organometallic substance, liquid, water-reactive, flammable
Risk Statements: R14, R19, R34
Hazard Declaration: Highly flammable liquid and vapor. In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Caution Statement: Keep away from moisture and water. Handle under inert atmosphere. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye/face protection. Use only in well-ventilated areas.
Signal World: Danger
Hazard pictograms: Flame, Corrosion

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