Compound Q&A
What industries use Chloroethene (CAS: 63231-66-3)?
Answer
Chloroethene (1,2-dichloroethane) is widely used in the polymer industry for the production of polyvinyl chloride (PVC). It is also used in the production of chlorinated solvents and as a starting material for the synthesis of other chlorinated organic compounds. Additionally, it has applications in the pharmaceutical industry for the production of intermediates and in the manufacturing of sensors and semiconductors.
About
CAS No
63231-66-3
English Name
Chloroethene;ethene
Molecular Formula
C4H7Cl
Molecular Weight
90.55 g/mol
SMILES
C=C.C=CCl
InChIKey
KRGNPJFAKZHQPS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-19 21:14