1. Introduction of Chloromethyl pivalate

Chloromethyl pivalate, with the IUPAC Name of Chloromethyl 2,2-dimethylpropanoate, is one kind of clear colorless to slightly yellow liquid. This chemical belongs to the Product Categories which include Pharmaceutical Intermediates; Phosgene Derivatives; Miscellaneous; Pharmaceutical Intermediate.

2. Properties of Chloromethyl pivalate

Physical properties about Chloromethyl pivalate are: (1)Index of Refraction: 1.425; (2)Molar Refractivity: 36.43 cm³; (3)Molar Volume: 142.4 cm³; (4)Surface Tension: 28.4 dyne/cm; (5)Density: 1.056 g/cm³; (6)Flash Point: 42.9 °C; (7)Enthalpy of Vaporization: 38.01 kJ/mol; (8)Boiling Point: 143 °C at 760 mmHg; (9)Melting Point: <-40 °C; (10)Vapour Pressure: 5.45 mmHg at 25 °C.

3. Structure Descriptors of Chloromethyl pivalate

You could convert the following datas into the molecular structure:
(1). InChI: InChI=1S/C6H11ClO2/c1-6(2,3)5(8)9-4-7/h4H2,1-3H3
(2). InChIKey: InChIKey=GGRHYQCXXYLUTL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
(3). Smiles: O=C(OCCl)C(C)(C)C

4. Usage of Chloromethyl pivalate 

Chloromethyl pivalate is used as pharmaceutical intermediates. And Chloromethyl pivalate could also be the materials of  Globocef see cefetamet pivoxill and Cefteram Pivoxil materials.

5. Safety information of Chloromethyl pivalate 

Hazard Codes: Xn,Xi
Risk Statements: 10-20/21/22-36/37/38 
R10:Flammable. 
R20/21/22:Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. 
R36/37/38:Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Safety Statements: 16-26-36-41-36/37/39 
S16:Keep away from sources of ignition. 
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. 
S36:Wear suitable protective clothing. 
S41:In case of fire and / or explosion do not breathe fumes. 
S36/37/39:Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
RIDADR: UN 3272 3/PG 3
WGK Germany: 3
HazardClass: 3
PackingGroup of Chloromethyl pivalate (CAS NO.18997-19-8): III