Category:
Chiral Intermediates
CAS NO:
76-83-5
Standard:
USP,
whitish to flavescent crystal
Trityl Chloride (Cas 501-52-6, C19H15Cl) is a triphenylmethyl chloride derivative used as a critical protecting group reagent in organic synthesis. Produced via Friedel-Crafts chlorination of benzene, it serves as an essential intermediate for pharmaceutical and fine chemical manufacturing.
Strictly store under inert atmosphere at controlled temperatures to prevent hydrolysis. Requires PPE due to severe skin corrosion risks and respiratory irritation potential during handling.