Methyl Chloroformate

Name: Methyl Chloroformate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-009152

About Methyl Chloroformate

Methyl Chloroformate (CAS 79-22-1) is an acylating agent offered by Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C2H3ClO2 and its molecular weight is 94.5 g/mol. Systematically, it is named methyl carbonochloridate. Alternative names: Chloro(methoxy)methanone and Chlorocarbonic acid methyl ester.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 5 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 Methyl Chloroformate in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. This item is currently in stock for prompt dispatch.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl Chloroformate
Catalogue No.	VQ-009152
CAS Number	79-22-1
IUPAC name	methyl carbonochloridate
Molecular formula	C₂H₃ClO₂
Molecular weight	94.5 g/mol
Exact mass	93.9822
Grade	Reference Standard
InChIKey	XMJHPCRAQCTCFT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC(=O)Cl
PubChem CID	6586

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	1.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	26.3 Å²
Synonyms	Chloro(methoxy)methanone, Chlorocarbonic acid methyl ester, Chloroformic acid methyl ester, Methoxycarbonyl chloride, Methyl chlorocarbonate, K-Stoff, Carbonochloridic acid, methyl ester, Formic acid, chloro-, methyl ester, Chloroformiate de methyle, Chlorocarbonate de methyle, Chlorameisensaeure methylester, TL 438

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Corrosive

Toxic

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H225Highly flammable liquid and vapor
H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
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 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P320, P321, P330

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

Other grades of CAS 79-22-1

Puriss

Methyl chloro formate, 98%+

CAS: 79-22-1
Formula: C₂H₃ClO₂
MW: 94.5 g/mol

VQ-009151

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl Chloroformate?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl Chloroformate is 79-22-1. It is also known as Chloro(methoxy)methanone, Chlorocarbonic acid methyl ester, Chloroformic acid methyl ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl Chloroformate?

Methyl Chloroformate has the molecular formula C2H3ClO2 and a molecular weight of 94.5 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl carbonochloridate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl Chloroformate can I order?

We supply Methyl Chloroformate in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg, 500 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methyl Chloroformate?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl Chloroformate 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 Methyl Chloroformate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl Chloroformate is classified as hazardous, 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.