Methyl Chlorosulfonate

Name:
Methyl Chlorosulfonate
Detailed information:

M Formula:	CH3OSO2Cl
Properties:
Colorless liquid; pungent odor. D 1.492 (10C), bp 133–135C (decomposes), fp −70C, vap d 4.5 (air = 1). Decomposed by water. Soluble in alcohol, carbon tetrachloride, chloroform; insoluble in water.
Derivation:
Interaction of sulfuryl chloride and methanol.
Grade:
Technical.
Hazard:
Highly toxic by ingestion and inhalation, strong irritant to skin and eyes.
Use:
Organic synthesis, military poison.