Ethyl chloro formate, 99%+

Name: Ethyl chloro formate, 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-009132

About Ethyl chloro formate, 99%+

Ethyl chloro formate is an acylating agent (Puriss grade) carrying the CAS registry number 541-41-3, specified at ≥99% purity. The compound has the formula C3H5ClO2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 108.52 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is ethyl carbonochloridate. Common synonyms include Chloroformic acid ethyl ester and Ethyl chloroformate.

The material typically appears as a colourless to yellow liquid. Literature values give a melting point of -81 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Ethyl chloro formate in 100 mL, 1 L and 220 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Ethyl chloro formate, 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-009132
CAS Number	541-41-3
IUPAC name	ethyl carbonochloridate
Molecular formula	C₃H₅ClO₂
Molecular weight	108.52 g/mol
Exact mass	107.9978
Grade	Puriss
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29153990
InChIKey	RIFGWPKJUGCATF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCOC(=O)Cl
PubChem CID	10928

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to yellow liquid
Melting point	-81 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	26.3 Å²
UN number	UN 1182
Synonyms	Chloroformic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl chloroformate, Ethyl chlorocarbonate, Cathyl chloride, Ethoxycarbonyl chloride, Carbonochloridic acid, ethyl ester, Chlorocarbonic acid ethyl ester, Etil cloroformiato, Etil clorocarbonato, Formic acid, chloro-, ethyl ester, Ethyl chloromethanoate, Chlorocarbonate D'ethyle

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Corrosive

Toxic

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H225Highly flammable liquid and vapor
H302Harmful if swallowed
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H330Fatal if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P260, P264, P270, P271, P280, P284, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P320, P321, P330, P363, P370 + P378

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Ethyl chloro formate, 99%+?

The CAS Registry Number of Ethyl chloro formate, 99%+ is 541-41-3. It is also known as Chloroformic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl chloroformate, Ethyl chlorocarbonate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl chloro formate, 99%+?

Ethyl chloro formate, 99%+ has the molecular formula C3H5ClO2 and a molecular weight of 108.52 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is ethyl carbonochloridate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Ethyl chloro formate, 99%+ can I order?

We supply Ethyl chloro formate, 99%+ in Puriss (≥99%) grade, in 100 mL, 1 L, 220 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Ethyl chloro formate, 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of Ethyl chloro formate, 99%+ is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Ethyl chloro formate, 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. Ethyl chloro formate, 99%+ is classified as hazardous (UN 1182), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.