4-chlorobutyl chloroformate
Also known as: 4-chlorobutyl carbonochloridate, Carbonochloridic acid, 4-chlorobutyl ester, 4-Chlorobutyl chloroformate, 97%, MFCD00134472
4-chlorobutyl chloroformate (CAS 37693-18-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H8Cl2O2 and a molecular weight of 171.02200 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 212.2ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.245g/cm3 and a flash point of 85.5ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H311 — Toxic in contact with skin and 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.
- 37693-18-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-33373-3
- Molecular Formula
- C5H8Cl2O2
- Molecular Weight
- 171.02200 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 212.2ºC at 760mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.245g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 85.5ºC |
| Exact Mass | 169.99000 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 2.38080 |
| Appearance | Liquid | Clear colorless |
| Refractive Index | 1.453 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
- H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H331 — Toxic if inhaled
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-chlorobutyl chloroformate?
The CAS number of 4-chlorobutyl chloroformate is 37693-18-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-chlorobutyl chloroformate?
4-chlorobutyl chloroformate has molecular formula C5H8Cl2O2 and molecular weight 171.02200 g/mol.
Is 4-chlorobutyl chloroformate hazardous?
4-chlorobutyl chloroformate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-chlorobutyl chloroformate?
For 4-chlorobutyl chloroformate, Upstream Products: 4-Chloro-1-butanol; Downstream Products: 4-Chlorobutyl benzoate.
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