| Identification | ||
| Name | Chloral hydrate | |
| Synonyms | 1,1,1-Trichloro-2,2-ethanediol; 2,2,2-Trichloro-1,1-ethanediol; Trichloroacetaldehyde monohydrate; TCA | |
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| Molecular Structure |
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| Molecular Formula | C2H3Cl3O2 | |
| Molecular Weight | 165.40 | |
| CAS Registry Number | 302-17-0 | |
| EINECS | 206-117-5 | |
| Properties | ||
| Density | 1.908 | |
| Melting point | 57 ºC | |
| Boiling point | 97 ºC | |
| Water solubility | 660 g/100 mL | |