Methyl chloro formate, 98%+

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Methyl chloro formate in Puriss grade, an acylating agent registered under CAS number 79-22-1 at a purity of ≥98%. Its molecular formula is C2H3ClO2 and its molecular weight is 94.5 g/mol. Systematically, it is named methyl carbonochloridate. Alternative names: Methyl chloroformate and Methyl chlorocarbonate.

In its supplied form it is a colourless liquid. Literature values give a density of 1.223 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 100 mL and 500 mL, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.