Description

Bis(1-Chloroethyl) Carbonate is a specialized organic carbonate ester with significant utility as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, which allows it to act as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for research and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring carbonate or chloroethyl functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators where its reactive sites facilitate the creation of complex molecular structures.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, such as polycarbonates and polyurethanes, to introduce specific properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratory-scale and industrial organic chemistry for alkylation and carbonylation reactions.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized as a standard or starting material in R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and novel compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(1-Chloroethyl) Carbonate
CAS No.	50594-97-3
Molecular Formula	C5H8Cl2O3
Molecular Weight	187.02 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloroethyl Carbonate (dimer); Di(1-chloroethyl) Carbonate; Carbonochloridic Acid, 1-Chloroethyl Ester (1:2); Bis(2-chloro-1-ethyl) Carbonate; Chloroethyl Carbonate; 1-Chloroethyl Chloroformate Dimer
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Quality Control

Our Bis(1-Chloroethyl) Carbonate is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to verify identity, purity, and the absence of critical impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 minimize moisture uptake and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.30 - 1.35 g/mL
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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