4-Nitrobenzyl chloroformate
Also known as: 4-Nitrobenzyl carbonochloridate, 4-Nitrobenzyl chloridocarbonate, 4-Nitrobenzyloxycarbonyl chloride, p-Nitrobenzyl chloroformate, p-Nitrocarbobenzoxy chloride, Carbonochloridic acid, (4-nitrophenyl)methyl ester, Chloroformic acid 4-nitrobenzyl ester, Chloroformic acid p-nitrobenzyl ester, PNBCF, MFCD00007375, EINECS 224-708-6
4-Nitrobenzyl chloroformate (CAS 4457-32-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H6ClNO4 and a molecular weight of 215.590 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 32-34 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 330.8±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 153.8±23.2 °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.
- 4457-32-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-20926-7
- Molecular Formula
- C8H6ClNO4
- Molecular Weight
- 215.590 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
No offers for this compound yet.
Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 32-34 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 330.8±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 153.8±23.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 214.998535 |
| PSA | 72.12000 |
| LogP | 2.42 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.571 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915900090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915900090 other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 4-Nitrobenzyl chloroformate?
The CAS number of 4-Nitrobenzyl chloroformate is 4457-32-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Nitrobenzyl chloroformate?
4-Nitrobenzyl chloroformate has molecular formula C8H6ClNO4 and molecular weight 215.590 g/mol.
Is 4-Nitrobenzyl chloroformate hazardous?
4-Nitrobenzyl 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-Nitrobenzyl chloroformate?
For 4-Nitrobenzyl chloroformate, Upstream Products: 4-Nitrobenzyl alcohol; Downstream Products: (S)-[1-(3-Mercapto-1-pyrrolidinyl)ethylidene]carbamic acid (4-nitrophenyl)methyl ester, trans-4-hydroxy-1-(4-nitrobenzyloxycarbonyl)-L-proline, Protected meropenem.
Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.
Last updated:
How to cite: Jingsj. "4-Nitrobenzyl chloroformate (CAS 4457-32-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-20926-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).
Data for reference only; verify product details with suppliers before purchase.