Oxalyl Chloride is an important organic chemical intermediate widely used in organic synthesis, pharmaceutical manufacturing, agrochemical production, and specialty chemical applications. With its high reactivity, Oxalyl Chloride is commonly used as a chlorinating and activating reagent in chemical synthesis.

Product Overview

Product Name: Oxalyl Chloride
CAS No.: 79-37-8
Molecular Formula: C₂Cl₂O₂
Molecular Weight: 126.93 g/mol
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Boiling Point: Approximately 63°C

Oxalyl Chloride is the acid chloride derivative of oxalic acid. It is a highly reactive compound and should be handled carefully under appropriate conditions. It reacts readily with water and moisture, releasing corrosive gases.

Main Applications of Oxalyl Chloride

1. Pharmaceutical Industry

Oxalyl Chloride is used as an intermediate and reagent in pharmaceutical synthesis. It can help activate carboxylic acids and facilitate the preparation of acid chlorides and other important intermediates.

2. Organic Synthesis

Oxalyl Chloride is widely used in organic chemistry as a chlorinating and activating reagent. It is particularly useful for converting carboxylic acids into acid chlorides, which can subsequently be used in further synthesis reactions.

3. Agrochemical Industry

Oxalyl Chloride can be used in the synthesis of certain agrochemical intermediates and specialty compounds. Its strong reactivity makes it useful in multi-step chemical manufacturing processes.

4. Specialty Chemicals

Oxalyl Chloride is also used in the production of various specialty chemicals and fine chemical intermediates where controlled activation or chlorination reactions are required.

Properties of Oxalyl Chloride

Oxalyl Chloride is a volatile and highly reactive liquid. It has a relatively low boiling point and reacts readily with water and moisture. Therefore, moisture control is particularly important during storage, handling, and transportation.

Due to its chemical reactivity, Oxalyl Chloride should be used according to the applicable technical specifications and SDS/MSDS requirements.

Storage and Handling

Oxalyl Chloride should be stored in tightly sealed, moisture-resistant containers in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. It should be protected from water, moisture, heat, and incompatible substances.

Appropriate personal protective equipment should be used during handling. Because Oxalyl Chloride reacts with moisture and may release corrosive gases, handling should be carried out by trained personnel under suitable industrial safety conditions.

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