What is the best way to store chloroform?

It's usually stored in a dark amber glass bottle or a regular glass bottle wrapped in tin foil or away from light. Preferably colder than room temperature to keep the vapor pressure lower and some absolute ethanol (1% by weight) is usually added t... read more

It's usually stored in a dark amber glass bottle or a regular glass bottle wrapped in tin foil or away from light. Preferably colder than room temperature to keep the vapor pressure lower and some absolute ethanol (1% by weight) is usually added to stabilize it so it doesn't degrade/oxidize to phosgene which is a deadly gas. read more

Chloroform needs to be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, out of direct light. Your choice of storage container is likely to be influenced by how long you intend to store it for, but an amber glass bottle with a ptfe-lined cap is probably best suited for longer storage. read more