(R)-(-)-O-Formylmandeloyl chloride
[CAS# 29169-64-0]

Identification

• Classification: Analytical chemistry >> Analytical reagent >> Common analytical reagents
• Name: (R)-(-)-O-Formylmandeloyl chloride
• Synonyms: (R)-alpha-(Chlorocarbonyl)benzyl formate; (-)-O-Formyl-D-mandeloyl chloride; (R)-(-)-alpha-(Formyloxy)phenylacetyl chloride
• Molecular Formula: C₉H₇ClO₃
• Molecular Weight: 198.60
• CAS Registry Number: 29169-64-0
• EC Number: 249-478-4

Properties

• Density: 1.275
• Boiling point: 221 °C
• Refractive index: 1.523
• Flash point: >110 °C

Safety Data

• Hazard Symbols: C
• Risk Statements: R34
• Safety Statements: S26;S36/37/39;S45

Hazard Classification

Hazard	Class	Category Code	Hazard Statement
Skin corrosion	Skin Corr.	1B	H314
Serious eye damage	Eye Dam.	1	H318
Substances or mixtures corrosive to metals	Met. Corr.	1	H290

• Transport Information: UN 3265