Description

Azidoformic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile and highly reactive organic azide compound. Its unique structure makes it a valuable building block for introducing azide functionality in complex organic syntheses, particularly in click chemistry and polymer science. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries seeking to develop novel compounds and advanced functional materials.

Application

• Click Chemistry Reagent: A key precursor for Huisgen 1,3-dipolar cycloaddition reactions, enabling the synthesis of 1,2,3-triazoles for drug discovery and bioconjugation.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly those requiring azide or carbamate functional groups.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce reactive azide sites into polymer backbones for creating smart materials.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the azide group is a key structural component.
• Peptide and Protein Labeling: Facilitates site-specific bioconjugation for creating antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) or diagnostic probes.
• Material Science Research: Used in surface functionalization and the development of advanced coatings, adhesives, and composites with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Azidoformic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1516-56-9
Molecular Formula	C2H3N3O2
Molecular Weight	101.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl Azidoformate; Methyl Carbonazidate; Azidoformic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl Azidoformate; Carbonazidic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl Ester of Azidoformic Acid; NSC 8441; Methyl N-Azidocarbamate
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Quality Control

Our Azidoformic Acid Methyl Ester is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.