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ECHA InfoCard | 100.003.214 |
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Formula | C3H5ClO2 |
Molar mass | 108.52 g·mol−1 |
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Melting point | 42 °C (108 °F) |
Boiling point | 204 °C (399 °F) (decomp.) |
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3-Chloropropanoic acid (also known as 3-chloropropionic acid or UMB66) is the organic compound with the formula ClCH2CH2CO2H. A white or colorless solid, it is used as a drug and a synthetic intermediate. The compound is produced by the hydrochlorination of acrylic acid.[1] In aqueous solution, it has a pKa value of 4.08.[2]
This compound is used in scientific research. It is structurally related to GHB and binds to the GHB receptor, but has no affinity for GABA receptors.[3] It is also an active ingredient in some herbicide blends.[4] Overdose may cause unconsciousness and/or convulsions.[5] It has been demonstrated that the substance can be broken down by both bacteria and fungi as a means of bioremediation.[6][4]
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