4-Methoxycarbonylphenyl chloroformate
Also known as: 4-[(Chlorocarbonyl)oxy]benzoic acid methyl ester, Chloroformic acid 4-(methoxycarbonyl)phenyl ester, Methyl 4-chlorocarbonyloxybenzoate, Methyl 4-carbonochloridoyloxybenzoate, p-Methoxycarbonylphenyl chloroformate, Benzoic acid, 4-[(chlorocarbonyl)oxy]-, methyl ester, 4-Chlorcarbonyloxy-benzoesaeure-methylester, Kohlensaeure-(4-carbomethoxy-phenylester)-chlorid, 4-Methoxycarbonyl phenyl chloroformate
4-Methoxycarbonylphenyl chloroformate (CAS 31140-40-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H7ClO4 and a molecular weight of 214.602 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 51-54ºC, a boiling point of 283.3±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 120.0±21.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 31140-40-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-1424768-8
- Molecular Formula
- C9H7ClO4
- Molecular Weight
- 214.602 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 51-54ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 283.3±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 120.0±21.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 214.003281 |
| PSA | 52.60000 |
| LogP | 2.89 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.533 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918990090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 4-Methoxycarbonylphenyl chloroformate?
The CAS number of 4-Methoxycarbonylphenyl chloroformate is 31140-40-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methoxycarbonylphenyl chloroformate?
4-Methoxycarbonylphenyl chloroformate has molecular formula C9H7ClO4 and molecular weight 214.602 g/mol.
Is 4-Methoxycarbonylphenyl chloroformate hazardous?
4-Methoxycarbonylphenyl chloroformate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Methoxycarbonylphenyl chloroformate?
For 4-Methoxycarbonylphenyl chloroformate, Upstream Products: Methylparaben; Downstream Products: 2-(4-Biphenylyl)-prop-2-yl 4'-methoxycarbonylphenyl carbonate.
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