3,3-Bis(chloromethyl)oxetane

Description

3,3-Bis(chloromethyl)oxetane · CAS 78-71-7 · C5H8Cl2O. UNII N12TP81ATK. Boiling Point: 217 °F at 30 mmHg (EPA, 1998); Boiling Point: 200 °C @760 [mm Hg]; Melting Point: 66 °F (EPA, 1998).

Identification

Computed Descriptors

Physical & Chemical Properties

Physical description & handling notes

• The monomer unit of a thermoplastic resin trademarked Penton.
• Natural, black, or olive green solid; [HSDB] "The monomer unit of a thermoplastic resin trademarked Penton. " mp = 18.9 deg C; [CAMEO] Liquid; [MSDSonline]
• Finely divided powder for coatings
• Natural, black, or olive green molding powder.
• A linear polymer extremely resistant to chemicals and to thermal degradation at molding and extrusion temperature ... dimensionally stable, very low water absorption.

Regulatory Status

GHS Hazard Classification

Documented Uses

• Used for solid and lined valves, pumps, pipes, and fittings; Also used as a monofilament for filter supports and column packing, as a thermoplastic polymer, and for biological purification of waste waters from the manufacture of pentaplast; [HSDB] Penton is the resin derived from 3,3-Bis(chloromethyl)oxetane. [Hawley]
• Sewer and Wastewater Treatment [Category: Industry]
• Solid and lined valves, pumps, pipe and fittings; Monofilament for filter supports and column packing.
• A thermoplastic polymer ... /with/ a high melting temperature of 180 °C. /Poly(3,3-bis-(chloromethyl)oxetane)/
• Biological purification of waste waters from the manufacture of pentaplast.
• Suggested uses of poly (3,3-bischloromethyl) oxetane includes valves, bearings, precision gears, corrosion free coatings, wedges and slot liners for stators in electric motors, films, and rope. /Poly(3,3-bischloromethyl) oxetane/

Synonyms

3,3-Bis(chloromethyl)oxetane; 78-71-7; OXETANE, 3,3-BIS(CHLOROMETHYL)-; Penton; 3,3-Dichloromethyloxycyclobutane; HSDB 6322; EINECS 201-136-5; N12TP81ATK; BRN 0103354; 3,3-bis(chloromethyl)oxacyclobutane; NSC-650608; DTXSID9058816; CXURGFRDGROIKG-UHFFFAOYSA-; 3,3-BIS(CHLOROMETHYL)-1-OXACYCLOBUTANE; RefChem:857115; 3,3Bis(chloromethyl)oxetane

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of 3,3-Bis(chloromethyl)oxetane?

CAS 78-71-7; molecular formula C5H8Cl2O; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is 3,3-Bis(chloromethyl)oxetane known by?

3,3-Bis(chloromethyl)oxetane, 78-71-7, OXETANE, 3,3-BIS(CHLOROMETHYL)-, Penton, 3,3-Dichloromethyloxycyclobutane, HSDB 6322.

What is the regulatory status of 3,3-Bis(chloromethyl)oxetane?

Documented regulatory listings: FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS.

Is 3,3-Bis(chloromethyl)oxetane classified as hazardous?

Hazard statements reported: H302.

What are the key physical properties of 3,3-Bis(chloromethyl)oxetane?

Boiling Point: 217 °F at 30 mmHg (EPA, 1998); Boiling Point: 200 °C @760 [mm Hg]; Melting Point: 66 °F (EPA, 1998); Melting Point: 18.7 °C.

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