Chloroform: Regulatory Restrictions, Availability, and Pricing

Chloroform (trichloromethane) is a controlled substance in most jurisdictions due to its toxicity, carcinogenicity, and potential for misuse.

• Availability: Restricted to licensed entities (research labs, chemical suppliers, pharmaceutical manufacturers). Not sold to the general public.
• Regulations: Listed under various national control schedules (e.g., DEA List I in US, Schedule 5 in UK, controlled precursor in EU/Canada). Purchase requires permits, end-use declarations, and record-keeping.
• Pricing: Varies by supplier, purity, quantity, and country. Typically sold in bulk (liters/kilograms) to institutions. No retail consumer pricing.

Safety Note: Chloroform is a suspected human carcinogen, hepatotoxic, nephrotoxic, and causes CNS depression. Handling requires fume hoods, PPE, and strict exposure controls. It is not a substance for casual or non-professional use.