METHYL CHLOROFORMATE FOR SYNTHESIS 98%
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METHYL CHLOROFORMATE FOR SYNTHESIS
Methyl chloroformate is used in organic synthesis for the introduction of the methoxycarbonyl functionality to a suitable nucleophile Methyl chloroformate, if heated, releases phosgene. It produces hydrogen chloride upon contact with water.
It will cause skin damage if in contact with skin.
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A continuous process for producing high-purity methyl chloroformate, by reacting liquid methanol with an excess of phosgene at no more than 20° C.
Methyl Chloroformate is a colorless liquid with an unpleasant, odor. It is used as a chemical intermediate in the production of insecticides and as a solvent in the photographic industry. It was used in the past as a tear producing military warfare agent.
