Description

1-Chloroethyl Methyl Carbonate is a specialized organic carbonate ester with a reactive chloroethyl group. This compound serves as a valuable chemical building block and protecting group reagent in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical intermediates, agrochemical, and fine chemical manufacturers for the controlled introduction of functional groups and in multi-step synthesis processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing carbonate-protected functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides as a versatile alkylating or protecting agent.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor or intermediate in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and performance materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research and development for constructing complex molecular architectures, leveraging its reactive chloro and carbonate groups.
• Polymer Chemistry: Potential monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialized polycarbonates or functional polymers.
• Protecting Group Chemistry: Useful for the temporary protection of alcohols or other functional groups during multi-step synthetic sequences.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Chloroethyl Methyl Carbonate
CAS No.	80196-03-8
Molecular Formula	C4H7ClO3
Molecular Weight	138.55 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (1-chloroethyl) carbonate; 1-Chloroethyl methyl carbonate; Carbonochloridic acid, 1-chloroethyl methyl ester; Methyl carbonochloridate, 1-chloroethyl ester; (1-Chloroethoxy)methyl carbonate; Chloroethyl methyl carbonate
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Quality Control

Our 1-Chloroethyl Methyl Carbonate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to cGMP guidelines where applicable. Each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, available upon request. We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of our global B2B partners.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5% Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Density	~1.25 g/cm³

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