(S)-(-)-Methyl 2-chloropropionate, CAS No. 73246-45-4

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73246-45-4

Catalog No. EBD16542

CAS 73246-45-4

Name (S)-(-)-Methyl 2-chloropropionate

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Basic Information

Synonyms: L(-)-2-Chloropropionatemethylester (S)-(-)-methyl2-chloropropionate (S)-(-)-2Chloropropionicacidmethylester (-)-methyl(S)-2-chloropropionate L(-)-2-methylchlorpromazine S-Methyl2-chloropropionate Methyl(S)-(-)-2-chloropropionate

Molecular Formula: C4H7ClO2

Molecular Weight: 122.55

MDL Number: MFCD00062940

Categories: Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Halogenated Compounds

Product Description:

(S)-(-)-Methyl 2-chloropropionate is a chiral organic compound characterized by a chlorine atom and a methyl ester group attached to the same carbon atom in the (S)-configuration. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a molecular formula of C4H7ClO2. This compound serves as a versatile chiral building block in organic synthesis. Its primary application lies in its use as a key intermediate for the synthesis of various optically active compounds. The chlorine atom is a good leaving group, making it a reactive site for nucleophilic substitution reactions. It is notably employed in the preparation of chiral herbicides, such as (S)-metolachlor, and other agrochemicals. Additionally, it finds use in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals where the introduction of a chiral propionate unit is required. The compound should be handled with care as it is flammable, corrosive, and may cause skin and eye irritation. Proper personal protective equipment and adequate ventilation are necessary during its use.

Physical Properties

Boiling Point: 80-82 °C/110 mmHg(lit.)

Flash Point: 32 °C

Density: 1.143 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)

Refractivity: n20/D 1.417(lit.)

Safety Information

Packing Level: III

Hazard Category: 3

Transport Codes: 2933

Analytical Data

Appearance: Colorless liquid