Chloroform
Solvent Properties

CAS 67-66-3


Physical Properties  
Molecular weight 119.38
Boiling point 61.15°C
Vapor pressure 158.4 Torr at 20°C
Freezing point -63.55°C
Refractive index 1.4458 at 20°C
Density 1.4892 g/mL (12.427 lb/gal) at 20°C
  1.4798 g/mL (12.349 lb/gal) at 25°C
Dielectric constant 4.81 at 20°C
Dipole moment 1.15 D at 25°C
Solvent group 8
Polarity index (P') 4.1
Eluotropic value on alumina 0.40
Eluotropic value on silica 0.26
Viscosity 0.57 cP at 20°C
Surface tension 27.16 dyn/cm at 20°C
Solubility in water 0.815% at 20°C
Solubility of water in chloroform 0.056% at 20°C
   
Regulatory and Safety Data  
DOT Hazard Class 6.1, Toxic
Packing Group III
UN Identification Number UN1888
   
Storage Store in a cool dry area, away from direct sunlight.
   
EPA applicable waste code(s) U044, D022
Flash Point None
Lower explosive limit Not Listed
Upper explosive limit Not Listed
Time Weighted Average 10 ppm ACGIH

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