Description

Ally Chloroformate is a highly reactive organic ester of chloroformic acid and allyl alcohol, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional nature, featuring both a reactive chloroformate group and an allyl double bond, enabling its use as a key intermediate for introducing the allyloxycarbonyl (Alloc) protecting group and for polymerization reactions. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries, where it facilitates the synthesis of complex molecules and functional materials. Its properties demand expert handling and a reliable supply chain to ensure consistent performance in sensitive applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Primarily used to introduce the allyloxycarbonyl (Alloc) protecting group for amines and alcohols in peptide and nucleotide synthesis, which can be selectively removed under mild conditions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key reagent in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators by forming carbamate or carbonate linkages.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed as a cross-linking agent or comonomer to introduce allyl functionality into polymers, enhancing properties like adhesion, thermal stability, or providing sites for further chemical modification.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in various carbonylation and esterification reactions to synthesize carbonates, urethanes, and other carbonyl-containing compounds.
• Surface Coating Agent: Used in the formulation of specialty coatings and adhesives where its reactive groups contribute to film formation and curing processes.
• Chemical Research (R&D): Serves as a valuable tool in medicinal chemistry and material science research for constructing molecular libraries and novel functional materials.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Ally Chloroformate
CAS No.	2937-50-5
Molecular Formula	C4H5ClO2
Molecular Weight	120.53 g/mol
Synonyms	Allyl Chloroformate; Allyl Chlorocarbonate; Chloroformic Acid Allyl Ester; Allyloxycarbonyl Chloride; Alloc-Cl; 2-Propenyl Chloroformate; 3-Chlorocarbonyloxyprop-1-ene; Allyl Carbonochloridate
EINECS	220-916-6

Quality Control

Every batch of our Ally Chloroformate is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for industrial and research applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our commitment to supply chain reliability and consistent product quality supports your process validation and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) to minimize decomposition and volatility. Due to its highly volatile and moisture-sensitive nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) after opening. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.135 - 1.145 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.422 - 1.426
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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