METHYL CHLOROFORMATE 98% For Synthesis

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METHYL CHLOROFORMATE 98% For Synthesis Specification

Smell
Pungent odor

Shape
Liquid

Structural Formula
CH3OCOCl

Purity
98%

Other Names
Methyl chlorocarbonate

Storage
Store in a cool dry well-ventilated place away from oxidizing agents

Poisonous
No

Solubility
Decomposes in water soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and ether

Molecular Formula
C2H3ClO2

HS Code
291590

Molecular Weight
94.5 g/mol

Refractive Rate
1.391

Melting Point
-92°C

Form
Clear liquid

Boiling point
70-72°C

Density
1.247 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Classification
Chemical Compound

Chemical Name
Methyl Chloroformate

CAS No
79-22-1

EINECS No
201-185-2

Grade
98% For Synthesis

Standard
Industrial

Type
Organic Intermediate

Usage
Used in organic synthesis particularly as a reagent for introducing methoxycarbonyl groups

Main Material
Chloroformic acid methyl ester

Application
Pharmaceuticals agrochemicals and fine chemicals

About METHYL CHLOROFORMATE 98% For Synthesis

METHYL CHLOROFORMATE 98% For Synthesis is a clear liquid chemical compound with a pungent odor, widely used in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. With a grade of 98% for synthesis, it is a vital organic intermediate with a molecular formula of C2H3ClO2 and a molecular weight of 94.5 g/mol. This industrial standard product has a boiling point of 70-72C and a density of 1.247 g/cm3. It is primarily employed in organic synthesis, specifically as a reagent for introducing methoxycarbonyl groups. Stored in a cool, dry place away from oxidizing agents, this liquid is soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and ether. Safety precautions should be taken as it is poisonous.