Chloroamine

Description

Chloroamine · CAS 10599-90-3 · ClH2N. UNII KW8K411A1P. Melting Point: -87 °F (NTP, 1992); Melting Point: -66 °C.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	10599-90-3
PubChem CID	25423
Molecular formula	ClH2N
UNII (FDA)	KW8K411A1P

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	51.47
XLogP3	0.1
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	1
Rotatable Bond Count	0
Exact Mass	50.9875768
Monoisotopic Mass	50.9875768
Topological Polar Surface Area	26
Heavy Atom Count	2
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Melting Point	-87 °F (NTP, 1992)
Melting Point	-66 °C

Physical description & handling notes

• Chloramine is a colorless to yellow liquid with a strong pungent odor. (NTP, 1992)
• Colorless to yellow liquid with a strong pungent odor; [CAMEO]
• YELLOW LIQUID
• Colorless liquid
• Soluble (NTP, 1992)
• Soluble in water, alcohol and ether

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	FDA Cumulative Estimated Daily Intake (CEDI): FCS FDA Inventory of Effective Food Contact Substance (FCS) Noti: FCS Monochloramine (CAS Reg. No. 10599-90-3) As an antimicrobial agent in process water used in poultry processing, including primary and secondary process The FCS will be used in an amount not to exceed 50 ppm. The FCS will be generated by the reaction between ammo
GHS notification summary	40% (2 / 5)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	40% (2 / 5)
Reported hazard statements	H290 (40%), H314 (40%), H315 (20%), H319 (20%), H335 (40%), H372 (40%), H412 (40%)

Documented Uses

• Used as a chemical intermediate for organic synthesis; [HSDB] Formed when household bleach (sodium hypochlorite) mixed with ammonia or when bleach is added to septic systems and reacts with urinary nitrogenous compounds; [Goldfrank, p. 1647]
• Chloramine is an intermediate in the manufacturing of hydrazine.
• Chemical intermediate (unisolated) for hydrazine and its derivatives, for organic synthesis, eg, primary amines; disinfectant for drinking water (formed in situ).
• Chloramine is frequently added to municipal water supplies to control bacterial populations... .
• Chloramine is found in toilet bowl cleaners, bathtub cleaners, and floor cleaners.
• ... N-Chloramines are prepared in pH-controlled reactions by the action of hypochlorous acid or chlorine on ammonium salts.

Synonyms

CHLORAMINE; Chloramide; Monochloramine; 10599-90-3; Chloroamine; Monochloroammonia; Monochloramide; Chloramine, mono-; ammonia chloramine; Chloramine (inorganic compound); KW8K411A1P; DTXSID8023842; RefChem:5664; DTXCID903842; 234-217-9; Monochloroamine

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Chloroamine?

CAS 10599-90-3; molecular formula ClH2N; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Chloroamine known by?

CHLORAMINE, Chloramide, Monochloramine, 10599-90-3, Chloroamine, Monochloroammonia.

What is the regulatory status of Chloroamine?

Documented regulatory listings: FDA Cumulative Estimated Daily Intake (CEDI): FCS; FDA Inventory of Effective Food Contact Substance (FCS) Noti: FCS; Monochloramine (CAS Reg. No. 10599-90-3).

Is Chloroamine classified as hazardous?

40% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (2 of 5).

What are the key physical properties of Chloroamine?

Melting Point: -87 °F (NTP, 1992); Melting Point: -66 °C.

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