C56352
2-Chloro-2-methylpropane
99%
Synonym(s):
tert-Butyl chloride
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About This Item
Linear Formula:
(CH3)3CCl
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
92.57
Beilstein:
1730872
EC Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352100
PubChem Substance ID:
NACRES:
NA.22
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vapor density
3.2 (vs air)
vapor pressure
4.82 psi ( 20 °C)
Assay
99%
form
liquid
refractive index
n20/D 1.385 (lit.)
bp
51-52 °C (lit.)
mp
−25 °C (lit.)
density
0.851 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
SMILES string
CC(C)(C)Cl
InChI
1S/C4H9Cl/c1-4(2,3)5/h1-3H3
InChI key
NBRKLOOSMBRFMH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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Application
- 2-Chloro-2-methylpropane is an alkylating agent that is used to functionalize molecules with tert-butyl group.
- It serves as an effective chlorinating agent, in combination with the ionic liquid, 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium bromide for converting alcohols into chlorides.
- It can also be used to prepare tert-butyl ethers by treating with corresponding alcohols.
Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
Hazard Classifications
Flam. Liq. 2
Storage Class Code
3 - Flammable liquids
WGK
WGK 1
Flash Point(F)
-14.8 °F - closed cup
Flash Point(C)
-26 °C - closed cup
Personal Protective Equipment
dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves
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