Sulfuryl chloride (SO2Cl2) isan inorganic compound that appears as a colorless, fuming liquid with a pungent, suffocating odor. It is primarily used in industrial and laboratory settings as a reagent for chlorination, providing a more convenient, pourable source of chlorine compared to molecular gas. It is widely used to convert bonds to bonds in organic synthesis, particularly for aromatic compounds, alkanes, and carbonyl compounds, and is used in the production of pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and for treating wool to prevent shrinking.
Reactivit reacts violently with water and moisture in the air, releasing toxic hydrogen chloride (SO2Cl2) gas and sulfuric acid (HCI).Appearance It is a colorless liquid that can turn yellowish over time due to decomposition into sulfur dioxide and chlorine.Hazards It is highly toxic by inhalation, corrosive to metals and skin, and acts as a lachrymator (tearing agent).
| Chemical Formula | SO₂Cl₂ |
| Molecular Weight | 134.97 g/mol |
| Appearance | Colorless to Pale Yellow Liquid |
| Purity | 99% |
| Boiling Point | 69 °C |
| Melting Point | -54 °C |
| Solubility | Reacts with Water, Soluble in Organic Solvents |
| Net Weight | 200 KG |
| Packaging | 200 KG Drum |
| Usage | Chemical Synthesis, Pharmaceuticals, Agrochemicals |
| Origin | India |