Description

Cyclododecyl Chloroformate is a specialized organic reagent belonging to the chloroformate ester class. This compound serves as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, primarily used for the introduction of the cyclododecyloxycarbonyl protecting group or as an activating agent for carboxylic acids. It is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for the development of complex molecules, including active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for introducing sterically demanding protecting groups.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used as a coupling agent or for the preparation of activated esters in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide chemistry.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or chain modifier in the production of specialty polycarbonates and polyurethanes with unique thermal and mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of carbamates, carbonates, and other functionalized organic compounds under mild conditions.
• Agrochemical Research: Utilized in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides as a synthetic intermediate.
• Material Science: Acts as a surface modifying agent or cross-linker for advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclododecyl Chloroformate
CAS No.	65676-18-8
Molecular Formula	C13H23ClO2
Molecular Weight	246.77 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclododecyl carbonochloridate; Chloroformic acid cyclododecyl ester; Cyclododecyloxycarbonyl chloride; Cyclododecanol chloroformate; Cyclododecyl chlorocarbonate; CDC; Cyclododecyl chloroformiate
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Quality Control

Our Cyclododecyl Chloroformate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by titration, purity determination via GC/HPLC, and identification by FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) or as specified on the label. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/Titration)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density	~1.05 g/cm³ (20°C)

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