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Benzyl chloroformate 3M (50wt%) solution in toluene
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Benzyl chloroformate is an organic intermediate used primarily in pharmaceutical synthesis, peptide chemistry, and the preparation of carbamate derivatives. It acts as a reactive acylating agent, facilitating the formation of protected intermediates in drug development and fine chemical manufacturing. This product is a 50% by weight solution in toluene, with a CAS number of 501-53-1, molecular formula C8H7ClO2, and a molecular weight of 170.6. Store between 2–8°C, handling with caution—it carries the signal word "Danger." Molekula supplies Benzyl chloroformate 3M (50wt%) solution in toluene from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 90030333
- CAS Number
- 501-53-1
- IUPAC Name
- benzyl carbonochloridate
- EC Number
- 207-925-0
- Molecular Formula
- C8H7ClO2
- Molecular Weight
- 170.6
- Exact Mass
- 170.0135
- SMILES
- C1=CC=C(C=C1)COC(=O)Cl
- InChIKey
- HSDAJNMJOMSNEV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C8H7ClO2/c9-8(10)11-6-7-4-2-1-3-5-7/h1-5H,6H2
- PubChem CID
- 10387
Synonyms
- Benzyl carbonochloridate
- Benzyl chlorocarbonate
- BENZYL CHLOROFORMATE
- Benzylcarbonyl chloride
- Benzyloxycarbonyl chloride
- Carbobenzoxy chloride
- Carbobenzyloxy chloride
- Carbonochloridic acid, phenylmethyl ester
- Chloroformic Acid Benzyl Ester
- Formic acid, chloro-, benzyl ester
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Frequently asked questions
What is benzyl chloroformate (3M in toluene) commonly used for?
This product is primarily used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly for the protection of amines and alcohols in peptide synthesis, and as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical manufacturing.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of benzyl chloroformate?
The chemical formula is **C₈H₇ClO₂**, and the molecular weight is **170.6 g/mol** (based on the pure compound, not the toluene solution).
How should benzyl chloroformate (3M in toluene) be stored?
Store at **2–8°C** in a tightly sealed container, away from moisture, heat, and incompatible materials. Keep under an inert atmosphere if possible.
What purity or grade is available for benzyl chloroformate from Molekula?
Molekula supplies this product as a **3M solution in toluene**, suitable for research and industrial-scale synthesis. Custom grades may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply benzyl chloroformate in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide bulk quantities of benzyl chloroformate (3M in toluene) to meet large-scale production needs. Contact us for specific volume inquiries.
What documentation is provided with an order of benzyl chloroformate?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability and compliance.
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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.