Chlorine (Cl2) is a highly reactive halogen element essential for a vast array of industrial applications. Known for its powerful oxidizing properties and distinctive yellow-green appearance, it serves as a fundamental building block in the synthesis of complex chemical compounds. From critical water purification to the production of advanced polymers and pharmaceuticals, high-purity chlorine is indispensable for modern manufacturing processes.
As a professional supplier of chemical raw materials, we provide chlorine in both gas and liquid forms, ensuring strict adherence to safety and purity standards. Whether utilized as a disinfectant, a bleaching agent in the textile and paper industries, or a key intermediate in agrochemical production, our chlorine products are engineered to meet the rigorous demands of global industrial chemistry.
Detailed Parameters
| CAS Number | 7782-50-5 | Molecular Formula | Cl2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 70.91 g/mol | Appearance | Clear yellow-green liquid/gas |
| Melting Point | -101 °C | Boiling Point | -34 °C |
| Density (0°C) | 1.468 g/cm³ | Vapor Pressure (20°C) | 4800 mm Hg |
| Water Solubility | 0.7 g/100 mL | Odor | Highly pungent, bleach-like |
Key Advantages
Superior Disinfection
Exceptional efficacy as a powerful disinfectant and purifier for drinking water and swimming pools.
High Reactivity
Ideal for organic chemistry as an efficient oxidizing agent and in chemical substitution reactions.
Industrial Versatility
Crucial for producing plastics, polymers, solvents, and a wide variety of pharmaceutical intermediates.
Agrochemical Base
Essential component in the manufacture of high-efficiency pesticides and herbicides for agriculture.
Textile Bleaching
Provides high-performance whitening and bleaching for the paper and cloth manufacturing industries.
Medical Synthesis
Key in synthesizing medicines for arthritis, diabetes, and allergy treatments.
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Management Platforms
Purity Control
Rigorous analysis ensuring consistency in chemical composition and high industrial grade purity.
Safety Protocols
Strict adherence to Hazard Class 2.3 guidelines for the safe handling of poisonous gases.
Supply Stability
Integrated logistics ensuring a steady supply of liquid and gaseous chlorine for large-scale production.
Regulatory Compliance
Full documentation supporting OEL and TLV-TWA exposure limits for workplace safety.
Specialized Storage
Temperature-controlled storage (-20°C) to maintain chemical stability and prevent degradation.
Global Distribution
Expert shipping solutions for hazardous chemicals complying with RID/ADR UN 1017 standards.
Investment Return Comparison
| Application Area | Traditional Method | Chlorine-Based Method |
|---|---|---|
| Water Treatment | Mechanical Filtration | Chemical Disinfection (Faster) |
| Textile Production | Organic Bleaching | Chlorine Bleaching (Higher Purity) |
| Pharma Synthesis | Multi-step Organic Route | Direct Chlorination (More Efficient) |
| Plastic Mfg | Non-halogenated Polymers | Chlorinated Polymers (Higher Durability) |
| Pesticide Production | Low-Activity Compounds | Chlorinated Actives (Higher Efficacy) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Chlorine is extensively used as a bleach in paper and textile manufacturing, a disinfectant for drinking water, and a key intermediate in the production of PVC plastics, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals.
Chlorine is classified under Hazard Class 2.3 (Poisonous gas). We follow strict RID/ADR UN 1017 regulations, using specialized pressurized containers and safety monitoring to prevent leakage.
Yes, chlorine is a fundamental raw material in the agrochemical industry, used to synthesize various insecticides, fungicides, and herbicides by introducing chlorine atoms into organic molecules.
Chlorine is highly reactive and incompatible with reducing agents, alcohols, ammonia, and turpentine, with which it can react explosively.
A large percentage of pharmaceuticals rely on chlorine during synthesis. It is essential for producing medications used to treat allergies, arthritis, and diabetes.
For optimal stability and safety, the recommended storage temperature for chlorine is -20°C.
