4,5-Dimethoxy-2-nitrobenzyl chloroformate is used as a reagent for protection of amines, for use in N-protection of bases in nucleotide synthesis, photochemical protecting groups in organic synthesis. It is used as pharmaceutical intermediate.
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Applications4,5-Dimethoxy-2-nitrobenzyl chloroformate is used as a reagent for protection of amines, for use in N-protection of bases in nucleotide synthesis, photochemical protecting groups in organic synthesis. It is used as pharmaceutical intermediate.
SolubilitySoluble in methanol, acetone. Reacts with water.
NotesMoisture and light sensitive. Store away from oxidizing agents, light, water/ moisture, heat, bases.