Category:
Chiral Intermediates
CAS NO:
50893-53-3
Standard:
In-house Standards,
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1-Chloroethyl chloroformate (CAS: 5428-75-5, C3H4Cl2O2) is a specialized reagent used primarily for introducing the ethoxycarbonyl group. It is synthesized via the reaction of ethanol with phosgene or similar carbonylation processes.
Strictly store in cool, dry, ventilated areas away from moisture. Requires full PPE due to corrosive and lachrymatory properties; not for direct clinical use without extensive purification.