Chloroacetic Acid Chemical Storage Specifications

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Chloroacetic Acid (ClCH2COOH). EPA, OSHA, and NFPA guidance for containment, segregation, and fire protection — with rental buildings matched to this material.

Non-flammableNon-Flammable Storage

Chemical formula

Chloroacetic Acid molecular formula

About Chloroacetic Acid

Chloroacetic Acid is a white to light brown sand-like material. It is used to make dyes and other chemicals, as a herbicide, and disinfectant

Structured hazard data

Hazard class
Category 1
Storage category
Non-Flammable Storage
Flammable
No
Flash point
126 C
Storage temperature
Below 30 C.
Recommended extinguishing agent
Dry Chemical
Compatibility / segregation
Store in well-ventilated area. Store in corrosive resistant polypropylene container with a resistant liner.

Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Acute dermal toxicity Category 3 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system.

Fire Suppression System

Dry Chemical fire suppression is recommended for Chloroacetic Acid

  • Water

    Water

  • Dry Chemical

    Dry Chemical · Recommended

  • CO₂ / Other

    CO₂ / Other

Guidance: Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Chloroacetic Acid (ClCH2COOH). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Additional extinguishing notes: Small fires: dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or foam. Large fires use water spray, fog, or foam.

Always confirm extinguishing agents against the manufacturer SDS and your authority having jurisdiction before specifying a rental building fire-suppression package.

Storage & segregation guidance

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Chloroacetic Acid should account for its listed hazards (Category 1), climate control needs (Below 30 C.), and segregation requirements. Store in well-ventilated area. Store in corrosive resistant polypropylene container with a resistant liner.

Review NFPA 30 flammable liquid storage requirements and Fire-rated chemical storage rental when designing fire rating, containment, and building selection.

Properties: Solid, white, pungent odor. Melting point: 61-63 C. Boiling point: 189 C.

Matched to this chemical

Recommended storage solutions for Chloroacetic Acid

Fire rating, footprint, and containment options from the US Hazmat Rentals fleet — sized for compliant chemical storage.

  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChemical Storage Shipping

    BoxSAFE CX

    • Non Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft x 8' 5"
    • 50 Qty 55 Gallon Drums
    • 9 Pallets or Totes
    • 302 Square Feet storage
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  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChremical Storage

    Non Fire-Rated

    • 0-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft
    • 57 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
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  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChremical Storage

    Non Fire-Rate

    • 0-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 20 ft
    • 27 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
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Material handling

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Frequently asked questions

How should Chloroacetic Acid be stored?

Store Chloroacetic Acid in EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant containment suited to its hazards (Category 1). Climate range guidance: Below 30 C.. Compatibility notes: Store in well-ventilated area. Store in corrosive resistant polypropylene container with a resistant liner. US Hazmat Rentals provides compliant chemical storage buildings available for rental.

Is Chloroacetic Acid flammable?

Chloroacetic Acid is not flagged as flammable in this database (No). Still verify the SDS and store in compliant containment for its listed hazard class.

What hazard class is Chloroacetic Acid?

Chloroacetic Acid is listed as: Category 1. Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Acute dermal toxicity Category 3 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system.

What fire suppression is recommended for Chloroacetic Acid?

Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Chloroacetic Acid (ClCH2COOH). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Is compliant Chloroacetic Acid storage available for rent?

Yes. US Hazmat Rentals offers EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant chemical storage buildings and containment that can be matched to Chloroacetic Acid. Request sizing and compliance guidance at https://ushazmatrentals.com/chemical-storage-quote-request/.