Category:
Pharmaceutical Excipients
CAS NO:
22572-40-3
Standard:
In-house Standards,
Ethyl 2-chloro-2-methylpropionate (EDC) is a specialized alkylating agent widely used in pharmaceutical synthesis. Methyl iodide (MeI) serves as a potent methyl donor. The core process involves nucleophilic substitution under controlled conditions. CAS: EDC [79-22-1], MeI [74-88-4].
Strictly regulated due to carcinogenicity; requires closed-system handling. Store in sealed, corrosion-resistant containers away from light at 2-8°C. Personnel must wear full PPE including respiratory protection.