Ethyl chloroformate PurCert Secondary Working Standard [Includes all characterization data]
CRM
Synonym: Ethyl chloroformate
Linear Formula:
C3H5ClO2
Molecular Weight: 108.52 g/mol
CAS Number: 541-41-3
Properties
| Vapour pressure | 3.42 psi ( 20 °C) |
| Autoignition temp. | 842 °F |
| Explosion limit | 3.7-12.6% (v/v) |
| Assay Purity | >=98 % |
| Refractive index | n 20/D 1.395 |
| B pt. | 93 °C |
| M pt. | -81°C |
| Density | 1.135 g/cm3 |
| Form | Liquid |
Safety Information
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| HS Code | 29159099 |
| Flash point | 57°F |
| Storage Temp. | Room Temperature |
| Storage Class | 3 - Flammable liquids |
Description
Application
It is widely used in organic synthesis for introducing ethoxycarbonyl (COOEt) groups particularly in the preparation of carbamates esters and pharmaceuticals.
Purpose
Its main purpose is to act as a reagent for forming carbonates and carbamates enabling the modification and protection of functional groups in chemical reactions.
General Description
Ethyl chloroformate is a colorless highly reactive liquid with a pungent odor belonging to the class of chloroformate esters derived from chloroformic acid.
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