Thionyl chloride is a multi-industrial colorless to pale yellow fuming liquid chemical with a sharp, suffocating odor. Thionyl chloride used in industries as a chlorinating agent in the manufacture of acyl chlorides and organosulfur compounds. SOCl₂ reacts violently with water, releasing sulfur dioxide and hydrogen chloride gases. Due to its high reactivity and volatility, Sulfinyl Chloride is essential in pharmaceuticals, agrochemical synthesis, and dye intermediates production.
Thionyl chloride is a multi-industrial colorless to pale yellow fuming liquid chemical with a sharp, suffocating odor. Thionyl chloride used in industries as a chlorinating agent in the manufacture of acyl chlorides and organosulfur compounds. SOCl₂ reacts violently with water, releasing sulfur dioxide and hydrogen chloride gases. Due to its high reactivity and volatility, Sulfinyl Chloride is essential in pharmaceuticals, agrochemical synthesis, and dye intermediates production.
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Chemical Properties & Specifications
*Synthesis of acid chlorides and anhydrides *Chlorinating agent in pharmaceutical intermediate production *Used in dye and agrochemical manufacturing *Battery electrolyte additive (lithium batteries)
*Key reagent in the production of pharmaceutical APIs & pesticides *Used in acylation reactions for specialty chemicals *Exported in sealed ampoules or bulk for industrial reprocessing *Subject to restricted handling and licensing in some jurisdictions
*High Purity Options: Available in 99%+ assay grades *Reagent Grade: Suitable for laboratory and pilot-scale use *High Reactivity: Enables fast chlorination at moderate temperatures
It is widely used as a chlorinating agent for converting carboxylic acids to acid chlorides in pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis.
Yes, Thionyl Chloride used in the preparation of lithium battery electrolytes.
Thionyl Chloride is corrosive and moisture-sensitive and must be transported in sealed, moisture-proof containers with UN certification.
Available with DG-compliant packaging. Class 8 (Corrosive), UN 1836.
In many jurisdictions, yes—especially for bulk or high-concentration formulations.
Standard technical grade is ≥99%, and high-purity grades are available for specific industries.
COA, MSDS, technical datasheet, and packing list. Export declarations for DG shipment.