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1,1,1-Trichloro-2-methyl-2-propanol hemihydrate, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
1,1,1-Trichloro-2-methyl-2-propanol hemihydrate converts benzisoxazole to α-aryloxyisobutyric acid. It forms eutectic with dimethyl sulfone, which is the most suitable media for freeze-drying due to its high solubilizing ability and a good rate of solvent removal.
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1,1,1-Trichloro-2-methyl-2-propanol hemihydrate converts benzisoxazole to α-aryloxyisobutyric acid. It forms eutectic with dimethyl sulfone, which is the most suitable media for freeze-drying due to its high solubilizing ability and a good rate of solvent removal.
Solubility
Soluble in ethanol, ether, chloroform, and glycerol. Insoluble in water.
Notes
Incompatible with oxidizing agents. Store in a cool, dry condition in well sealed containers.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 98°C to 100°C (anhydrous) |
Boiling Point | 167°C |
Flash Point | >100°C (212°F) |
Quantity | 25 g |
Beilstein | 878167 |
Merck Index | 14,2129 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in ethanol,ether,chloroform,and glycerol. Insoluble in water. |
Formula Weight | 186.47 (177.46 Anhydrous) |
Percent Purity | 98% |
Chemical Name or Material | 1,1,1-Trichloro-2-methyl-2-propanol hemihydrate |
Safety and Handling

- 1,1,1-Trichloro-2-methyl-2-propanol hemihydrate
- Warning
- Acute toxicity Category 4
- H302-Harmful if swallowed.
- P261-Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P301+P312-IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician/ if you feel unwell.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : 1,1,1-Trichloro-2-methyl-2-propanol hemihydrate
RUO – Research Use Only
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