Description

Chloromethyl Pivalate is a versatile organic ester and a key chemical intermediate valued for its reactive chloromethyl group and sterically hindered pivalate moiety. This compound is crucial for introducing functional groups in complex organic syntheses, offering a balance of reactivity and stability. It is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients, fine chemicals, and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing functional groups in complex molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where its specific reactivity profile is advantageous.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the production of specialty polymers and resins with tailored properties.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in multi-step organic synthesis to create complex esters, ethers, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Acts as an alkylating agent in various metal-catalyzed coupling reactions to form carbon-carbon bonds.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in R&D for developing novel organic materials, coatings, and liquid crystals.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Chloromethyl Pivalate
CAS No.	18997-19-8
Molecular Formula	C6H11ClO2
Molecular Weight	150.60 g/mol
Synonyms	Pivaloyloxymethyl Chloride; (Chloromethoxy)-2,2-dimethylpropane; 2,2-Dimethylpropanoic Acid Chloromethyl Ester; Neopentanoic Acid Chloromethyl Ester; Chloromethyl Trimethylacetate; Chloromethyl Pivaloate; POM-Cl; Trimethylacetic Acid Chloromethyl Ester
EINECS	242-746-9

Quality Control

Our Chloromethyl Pivalate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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