Description

Hexamethylene Bis(Chloroformate) is a high-purity, bifunctional chloroformate ester widely used as a versatile chemical intermediate. This compound is critical for introducing the hexamethylene spacer into target molecules, enabling the synthesis of specialized polymers and fine chemicals. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for applications requiring controlled cross-linking and chain extension.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of polycarbonate and other specialty polymers.
• Cross-linking agent for the production of thermosetting resins and coatings.
• Building block in pharmaceutical synthesis, particularly for prodrugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Monomer for creating polyurethane elastomers and foams with specific properties.
• Intermediate in agrochemical production for crop protection agents.
• Used in research and development for surface modification and material science.
• Reagent for the preparation of dendrimers and other complex macromolecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexamethylene Bis(Chloroformate)
CAS No.	2916-20-3
Molecular Formula	C8H12Cl2O4
Molecular Weight	243.09 g/mol
Synonyms	1,6-Hexamethylene Bis(Chloroformate); Hexamethylene Dichloroformate; Chloroformic Acid Hexamethylene Ester; Hexamethylene Glycol Bis(Chloroformate); Bis(chloroformyloxy)hexane; 1,6-Bis(chloroformyloxy)hexane; Hexamethylene Chloroformate; HMBCF
EINECS	220-847-5

Quality Control

Our Hexamethylene Bis(Chloroformate) is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to cGMP guidelines where applicable, and the material is characterized using advanced analytical techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) or as specified on the label. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Free Chloride	≤ 0.1%
Hexamethylene Glycol	≤ 0.5%

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