Description

2-Ethylhexyl Chloroformate is a versatile organic reagent primarily used as an intermediate in chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as an efficient acylating and chloroformylating agent, enabling the production of various esters, carbonates, and pharmaceutical intermediates. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-purity building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for prodrugs and carbonate derivatives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides as a coupling or protecting group reagent.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or modifier in the production of polycarbonates and other specialty polymers.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed as an acylating agent for alcohols and amines, and in the preparation of mixed carbonates.
• Chemical Derivatization: Useful in analytical chemistry for the derivatization of compounds to enhance detection (e.g., in GC or HPLC).
• Surface Modification Agent: Can be used to introduce hydrophobic groups onto material surfaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Ethylhexyl Chloroformate
CAS No.	24468-13-1
Molecular Formula	C9H17ClO2
Molecular Weight	192.68 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethylhexyl Chloroformate; Chloroformic Acid 2-Ethylhexyl Ester; 2-Ethylhexyl Carbonochloridate; Octyl Chloroformate (mixed isomers); Isooctyl Chloroformate; Ethylhexyl Chloroformate; EINECS 246-255-6; Carbonochloridic Acid, 2-Ethylhexyl Ester
EINECS	246-255-6

Quality Control

Our 2-Ethylhexyl Chloroformate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets exacting standards for industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from moisture and direct light. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and alcohols.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Acidity (as HCl)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	0.98 - 1.00 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.425 - 1.435

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