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Methyl chloroformate
Methyl chloroformate

Methyl chloroformate

Methyl chloroformate Specification

  • Density
  • 1.133 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)
  • Storage Instructions
  • Store in a cool dry and well-ventilated place
  • Molecular Weight
  • 94.49 g/mol
  • Appearance
  • Colorless liquid
  • Odour
  • Strong pungent odor
  • Solubility
  • Partially soluble in water
  • Chemical Name
  • Methyl chloroformate
  • Other Names
  • Carbonochloridic acid methyl ester
  • Classification
  • Hazardous chemical
  • CAS No
  • 79-22-1
  • Type
  • Intermediate chemical
  • Application
  • Chemical intermediate synthesis applications
  • Application Method
  • Industrial usage
  • Raw Material
  • Derived chemicals
  • Physical State
  • Liquid
  • Usage
  • Used in organic synthesis pharmaceuticals and pesticides
  • Shelf Life
  • 1 year from manufacturing
  • Best Before
  • Refer to label
 
 

About Methyl chloroformate

Methyl chloroformate is the methyl ester of chloroformic acid and is an oily liquid with a color that is anywhere from yellow to colorless. It is also known for its pungent odor.

Methyl chloroformate is used in organic synthesis for the introduction of the methoxycarbonyl functionality to a suitable nucleophile (i.e. carbomethoxylation).

FAQs of Methyl chloroformate:


Q: What is the molecular weight of Methyl chloroformate?

A: The molecular weight of Methyl chloroformate is 94.49 g/mol.

Q: What is the appearance of Methyl chloroformate?

A: Methyl chloroformate appears as a colorless liquid.

Q: How should Methyl chloroformate be stored?

A: Methyl chloroformate should be stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place.

Q: What is the shelf life of Methyl chloroformate?

A: The shelf life of Methyl chloroformate is 1 year from manufacturing.

Q: In which applications can Methyl chloroformate be used?

A: Methyl chloroformate is commonly used in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and pesticides.

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