2,2,2-Trichloro-1,1-dimethylethyl chloroformate

2,2,2-三氯-1,1-二甲基乙基氯甲酸酯

Also known as: TCBoc-chloride, β,β,β-Trichloro-tert-butyl chloroformate, β,β,β-Trichloro-tert-butoxycarbonyl chloride, 1,1-dimethyl-2,2,2-trichloroethyl chloroformate, Carbonochloridic acid, 2,2,2-trichloro-1,1-dimethylethyl ester

2,2,2-Trichloro-1,1-dimethylethyl chloroformate (CAS 66270-36-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H6Cl4O2 and a molecular weight of 239.91200 g/mol. It is also known as TCBoc-chloride, β,β,β-Trichloro-tert-butyl chloroformate and β,β,β-Trichloro-tert-butoxycarbonyl chloride. Key properties include a melting point of 28-30ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 83-84ºC14 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.497g/cm3 and a flash point of 86.1ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H311 — Toxic in contact with skin and H331 — Toxic if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
66270-36-8
Jingsj CID
J-843824-9
Molecular Formula
C5H6Cl4O2
Chinese Name
2,2,2-三氯-1,1-二甲基乙基氯甲酸酯
Molecular Weight
239.91200 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point28-30ºC(lit.)
Boiling Point83-84ºC14 mm Hg(lit.)
Density1.497g/cm3
Flash Point86.1ºC
Exact Mass237.91200
PSA26.30000
LogP3.51060
Refractive Index1.49

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed
  • H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
  • H331 — Toxic if inhaled
  • H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2915900090
Summary2915900090 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 2,2,2-Trichloro-1,1-dimethylethyl chloroformate?

The CAS number of 2,2,2-Trichloro-1,1-dimethylethyl chloroformate is 66270-36-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,2,2-Trichloro-1,1-dimethylethyl chloroformate?

2,2,2-Trichloro-1,1-dimethylethyl chloroformate has molecular formula C5H6Cl4O2 and molecular weight 239.91200 g/mol.

Is 2,2,2-Trichloro-1,1-dimethylethyl chloroformate hazardous?

2,2,2-Trichloro-1,1-dimethylethyl chloroformate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin; H331 — Toxic if inhaled.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,2,2-Trichloro-1,1-dimethylethyl chloroformate?

For 2,2,2-Trichloro-1,1-dimethylethyl chloroformate, Upstream Products: Chlorobutanol, Bis(trichloromethyl) carbonate.

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