Chloromethyl chloroformate
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| Chloromethyl chloroformate | |
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| CAS number | [22128-62-7] |
| SMILES | ClC(OCCl)=O |
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| Molecular formula | CClO2CH2Cl |
| Molar mass | 128.94 |
| Appearance | Colorless liquid |
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Chloromethyl chloroformate (CClO2CH2Cl) is a chemical compound developed for use in chemical warfare in World War I. It is a tearing agent designed to cause temporary blindness. It is a colorless liquid with a penetrating, irritating odor.
Industrially, chloromethyl chloroformate is used to manufacture other chemicals.
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