4-Nitrophenyl chloroformate is used in the synthesis of poly(oxyethylene) modified dextrans. It is also used to prepare a cleavable, heterobifunctional cross-linker for reversible conjugation of amines to thiol-modified DNA. Further, it is used in the synthesis of mixed, activated carbonates, thiocarbonates and activated urethanes. In addition to this, it is used in the preparation of 4-nitrophenyl diazoacetate with diazomethane.
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Applications
4-Nitrophenyl chloroformate is used in the synthesis of poly(oxyethylene) modified dextrans. It is also used to prepare a cleavable, heterobifunctional cross-linker for reversible conjugation of amines to thiol-modified DNA. Further, it is used in the synthesis of mixed, activated carbonates, thiocarbonates and activated urethanes. In addition to this, it is used in the preparation of 4-nitrophenyl diazoacetate with diazomethane.
Solubility
Soluble in acetone, chloroform, acetone, toluene and benzene.
Notes
Moisture sensitive. Store in a cool place. Incompatible with water, acids, alcohols, ammonia, amines and strong bases.
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
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