Description

(+/-)-1,2,2,2-Tetrachloroethyl Chloroformate is a specialized chlorinated organic reagent primarily used as a versatile acylating and chloroformylating agent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its high reactivity makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for chemists and manufacturers in fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced material sectors who require a reliable, high-purity building block for demanding synthetic applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring chlorinated or fluorinated motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its chlorinated structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or modifying agent for creating specialty polymers with unique thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a powerful acylating agent for introducing the chloroformate group into target molecules under controlled conditions.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and novel compound libraries.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic colorants requiring specific halogenated precursors.

Basic Information

Product Name	(+/-)-1,2,2,2-Tetrachloroethyl Chloroformate
CAS No.	98015-53-3
Molecular Formula	C3HCl5O2
Molecular Weight	246.30 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,2,2-Tetrachloroethyl Chloroformate; Tetrachloroethyl Chloroformate; Chloroformic Acid Tetrachloroethyl Ester; 1,2,2,2-Tetrachloroethyl Carbonochloridate; Perchloroethyl Chloroformate; CCl3CHClOCOCl; (Tetrachloroethoxy)carbonyl Chloride
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Quality Control

Our (+/-)-1,2,2,2-Tetrachloroethyl Chloroformate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee supply reliability and technical compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent and highly volatile compound, it should be handled and stored with appropriate precautions, including the use of inert atmosphere if necessary to prevent degradation. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.70 g/mL

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