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Methyl 2,2,2-trichloroacetimidate

SKU 90029653 CAS 2533-69-9 Available on enquiry

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Methyl 2,2,2-trichloroacetimidate is a chemical reagent primarily used as an acid-catalysed O-methylating agent in organic synthesis, converting alcohols into methyl ethers and carboxylic acids into methyl esters under mild conditions. This compound has the CAS number 2533-69-9 and carries no signal word. Molekula supplies Methyl 2,2,2-trichloroacetimidate 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.

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Overview

SKU
90029653
CAS Number
2533-69-9
IUPAC Name
methyl 2,2,2-trichloroethanimidate
EC Number
219-796-8
Exact Mass
174.9358
SMILES
COC(=N)C(Cl)(Cl)Cl
InChIKey
OGBINJLTBZWRRB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C3H4Cl3NO/c1-8-2(7)3(4,5)6/h7H,1H3
PubChem CID
100479

Synonyms

  • 2,2,2-Trichloroacetimidic acid methyl ester
  • C3H4Cl3NO
  • Ethanimidic acid, 2,2,2-trichloro-, methyl ester
  • methyl 2,2,2-trichloroethaneimidoate
  • methyl 2,2,2-trichloroethanimidate
  • methyl 2,2,2-trichloroethanimidoate
  • METHYL TR
  • METHYL TRICHLOROACETIMIDATE
  • methyl trichloroacetoimidate
  • Trichloroacetimidic acid methyl ester

Frequently asked questions

What is Methyl 2,2,2-trichloroacetimidate used for?

Methyl 2,2,2-trichloroacetimidate is primarily used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly as an acid-catalysed methylating agent that converts alcohols into methyl ethers and carboxylic acids into methyl esters.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2,2,2-trichloroacetimidate?

The chemical formula is C3H4Cl3NO and the molecular weight is 176.43 g/mol.

How should Methyl 2,2,2-trichloroacetimidate be stored?

It should be stored in a cool, dry place, typically under inert gas and refrigerated to maintain stability.

What grade of Methyl 2,2,2-trichloroacetimidate is available?

Please contact our sales team or check the product page on our website for the specific purity and grade currently in stock.

Can Molekula supply Methyl 2,2,2-trichloroacetimidate in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply this product in bulk quantities to meet your specific research or manufacturing requirements.

What documentation comes with the order?

All orders are supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

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.

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