Lab Chemical
METHYL CHLOROFORMATE FOR SYNTHESIS 98%
Product code RXSOL-60-6604-964
METHYL CHLOROFORMATE FOR SYNTHESIS 98%
Description
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.
Application
Application
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.