Description

Chlorocarbonic Acid-(1-Methyl-Pentyl Ester) is a specialized organic reagent used as a key building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as an acylating agent and its utility in introducing the 1-methylpentyloxycarbonyl protecting group. It is primarily sought by research and development laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of complex molecules, including active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemical intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Acts as a crucial reagent in the multi-step synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Protecting Group Chemistry: Used to introduce the 1-methylpentyloxycarbonyl moiety, protecting functional groups like amines and alcohols during complex synthetic sequences.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Serves as a building block in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Peptide and Oligonucleotide Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of modified peptides and nucleic acid analogs for research and therapeutic applications.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of specialty polymers and functional materials with tailored properties.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A key raw material for CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chlorocarbonic Acid-(1-Methyl-Pentyl Ester)
CAS No.	265659-62-9
Molecular Formula	C7H13ClO2
Molecular Weight	164.63 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methylpentyl Chloroformate; (1-Methylpentyl) Carbonochloridate; 1-Methylamyl Chloroformate; sec-Hexyl Chloroformate; Chloroformic Acid 1-Methylpentyl Ester; Carbonochloridic Acid, 1-Methylpentyl Ester; Hexan-2-yl Chloroformate
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Quality Control

Our Chlorocarbonic Acid-(1-Methyl-Pentyl Ester) is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, essential for sensitive synthetic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) for pharmaceutical intermediates and ISO standards for industrial chemicals.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Acidity (Titration)	≤ 1.0%

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