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Organic Chemicals

Methyl Chloroformate

RA001826 CAS 79-22-1 For Synthesis

Identity

Product code
RA001826
CAS number
79-22-1
Grade
For Synthesis
Purity
98%
Molecular formula
C2H3ClO2
Molecular weight
94.50

Classification

Applications
Organic Synthesis

Technical Data

Properties

PropertyValueUnit
Physical state at 20 °C Liquid —
Vapour pressure [20°C] 108.5 mmHg mmHg
Vapour pressure mm/Hg 108.5 mmHg mmHg
Vapour density Min 1 —
Density [g/cm3] 1.223 g/cm3 g/cm3
Solubility in water [% weight] Insoluble in water —
Colour Colorless —
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] -81 °C °C
Critical temperature [°C] 252 °C °C
Auto-ignition temperature [°C] 485 °C °C
Flash point [°C] 10 °C °C
Boiling point [°C] 70 - 72 °C °C
Initial boiling point [°C] 70 °C °C
Final boiling point [°C] 72 °C °C

These are recorded catalogue property values. Product specification limits, where available, are listed under Specifications.

Specifications

ParameterSpecificationUnit Method
Appearance A clear colorless to light yellow liquid — —
Purity Min 98 % % GC
Density (d20°C/4°C) 1.227 - 1.229 — —

Packaging

Pack size SKU
25 L RA001826-PK-25L
500 mL RA001826-PK-500ML
200 L RA001826-PK-200L
2.5 L RA001826-PK-2.5L