Description N-Chlorosuccinimide is used for chlorinations and as a mild oxidant. N-Iodosuccinimide (NIS), the iodine analog of N-chlorosuccinimide, and N-bromosuccinimide (NBS), the bromine analog, are used for similar applications. Basic Info Chemical Name N-chlorosuccinimide Synonyms 2,5-Pyrrolidinedione, 1-chloro-; 1-chloropyrrolidine-2,5-dione; N-chlorobutanimide; N-Chlorosuccinimide; CAS No. 128-09-6 Molecular Formula C4H4ClNO2 Molecular Weight 133.53300 PSA 37.38000 LogP 0.22710 Properties Appearance & Physical State white to off-white crystalline powder Density 1.5 g/cm3 Boiling Point 200.5ºC at 760 mmHg Melting Point 144-150ºC Flash Point 75.1ºC Refractive Index 1.532 Stability Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions. Storage Condition Store in a cool, dry place. Do not store in direct sunlight. Store in a tightly closed container. Store protected from moisture. Vapor Pressure 0.323mmHg at 25°C |