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Catalog Number:
02299
CAS Number:
4885-02-3
α,α-Dichloromethyl methyl ether
Purity:
≥ 97% (Assay)
Synonym(s):
1,1-Dichlorodimethyl ether
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Product Information

Reagent for the preparation of amines and chlorides from the corresponding acetylated amino acids.

Synonyms
1,1-Dichlorodimethyl ether
CAS Number
4885-02-3
Purity
≥ 97% (Assay)
Molecular Formula
C2H4Cl2O
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00000828
PubChem ID
21004
Density
1.27
Appearance
Colorless to light yellow liquid
Boiling Point
85 °C (Lit.)
Refractive Index
n20/D 1.43 (Lit.)
Conditions
Store at RT
General Information
Synonyms
1,1-Dichlorodimethyl ether
CAS Number
4885-02-3
Purity
≥ 97% (Assay)
Molecular Formula
C2H4Cl2O
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00000828
PubChem ID
21004
Density
1.27
Appearance
Colorless to light yellow liquid
Boiling Point
85 °C (Lit.)
Refractive Index
n20/D 1.43 (Lit.)
Conditions
Store at RT
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
Yes
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

a,a-Dichloromethyl methyl ether is widely utilized in research focused on:

  • Synthesis of Pharmaceuticals: This compound serves as an important intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, allowing for the development of new medications with enhanced efficacy.
  • Organic Synthesis: It is frequently used in organic chemistry for the preparation of chloromethyl ethers, which are valuable in creating complex organic molecules.
  • Polymer Production: The compound plays a role in the production of specialty polymers, contributing to materials with unique properties for applications in coatings and adhesives.
  • Laboratory Reagents: As a reagent, it is utilized in various laboratory procedures, facilitating reactions that are crucial for chemical analysis and research.
  • Environmental Research: It is also studied for its potential environmental impact, helping researchers understand the behavior of chlorinated compounds in ecosystems.

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