CAS 598-09-4: 2-(Chloromethyl)-2-methyloxirane

Description: 2-(Chloromethyl)-2-methyloxirane, also known as epichlorohydrin, is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor. It is classified as an epoxide, which is a three-membered cyclic ether containing an oxygen atom and two carbon atoms. This compound is known for its reactivity, particularly due to the strained epoxide ring, making it a useful intermediate in organic synthesis. It readily participates in nucleophilic ring-opening reactions, allowing for the formation of various derivatives. 2-(Chloromethyl)-2-methyloxirane is soluble in water and organic solvents, which enhances its utility in chemical processes. However, it is also recognized for its potential health hazards, including being a skin and respiratory irritant, and it is considered a possible human carcinogen. Proper handling and safety precautions are essential when working with this substance in laboratory or industrial settings. Its applications span across the production of resins, adhesives, and as a building block for more complex chemical syntheses.

Formula: C₄H₇ClO

InChI: InChI=1S/C4H7ClO/c1-4(2-5)3-6-4/h2-3H2,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=VVHFXJOCUKBZFS-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: ClCC1(OC1)C

Synonyms:

• 1,2-Epoxy-2-methyl-3-chloropropane
• 1,2-Epoxy-3-chloroisobutane
• 1-Chloro-2,3-epoxy-2-methylpropane
• 2-(Chloromethyl)-1,2-epoxypropane
• 2-(Chloromethyl)-2-methoxirane
• 2-(Chloromethyl)-2-methyloxirane
• 2-Methyl-1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane
• 2-Methyl-2-(chloromethyl)oxirane
• 3-Chloro-1,2-epoxy-2-methylpropane
• Methepichlorohydrin
• Methyl epichlorohydrin
• Methylepichlorohydrin
• NSC 24245
• Oxirane, 2-(chloromethyl)-2-methyl-
• Propane, 1-chloro-2,3-epoxy-2-methyl-
• β-Methylepichlorohydrin

2-(Chloromethyl)-1,2-epoxypropane

CAS: 598-09-4

• Formula: C₄H₇ClO
• Purity: >98.0%(GC)
• Color and Shape: Colorless to Almost colorless clear liquid
• Molecular weight: 106.55

2-(Chloromethyl)-2-Methyloxirane

CAS: 598-09-4

• Formula: C₄H₇ClO
• Purity: 97%
• Color and Shape: Liquid
• Molecular weight: 106.5508

3-Chloro-2-methyl-1,2-propenoxide

CAS: 598-09-4

• Formula: C₄H₇ClO
• Purity: By gc: 99.5% (Typical Value in Batch COA)
• Color and Shape: clear. colourless liquid
• Molecular weight: 106.55g/mol

2-(Chloromethyl)-2-methyloxirane

CAS: 598-09-4

• Purity: 97.0%
• Color and Shape: Liquid, Clear
• Molecular weight: 106.55000305175781

2-(Chloromethyl)-2-methyloxirane

CAS: 598-09-4

2-(Chloromethyl)-2-methyloxirane is a reactive aliphatic hydrocarbon that reacts with chloride to form an ether linkage. …

• Formula: C₄H₇ClO
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Molecular weight: 106.55 g/mol