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Methyl chloroformate

HMT May 2026
UN / ID
UN 1238
Hazard class
6.1
Packing group
I
ERG guide
ERG 155
Special provisions
SP 1, SP B9, SP B14, SP B30, SP N34, SP T22, SP TP2, SP TP13, more…
Source
49 CFR §172 (2026/05)

Methyl chloroformate


Methyl chloroformate is a chemical compound with the chemical formula Cl−C(=O)−O−CH3. It is the methyl ester of chloroformic acid. It is an oily colorless liquid, although aged samples appear yellow. It is also known for its pungent odor. Wikipedia

Substance Data

Source: PubChem (HSDB, 10.12.2019)

CAS-Number

79-22-1

Flash Point

n/a

Boiling Point

n/a

Emergency Response Guide No. 155

Hazardous Materials Table

Source: 49 CFR §172 (2026/05)

(3) Hazard Class

6.1
Poisonous Material

(4) Identification number Help

UN 1238

(5) Packing Group Help

I

(6) Labels Help

Poisonous liquids PG I Zone A (6.1) Flammable liquids (3) Corrosive liquids (8)

(7) Special Provisions (§172.102) Help

×Note:
Special provisions may be very complex. The extracts are taken from 49 CFR §172.102. Please be careful with the information, as necessary, additional conditions may be applied that are not written here. Please check the original source and report bugs.
1
B9
B14
B30
N34
T22
TP2
TP13
TP38
TP44

(8) Packing Authorizations (§173.***) Help

(8A) ExceptionsNone
(8B) Non-bulk226see 49 CFR §173.226
(8C) Bulk244see 49 CFR §173.244

(9) Quantity Limits Help

(9A) Passenger aircraft/railForbidden
(9B) Cargo aircraft onlyForbidden

(10) Vessel stowage Help

(10A) Location
(10B) Other

Segregation chart for load, transport, and storage

This chart shows whether loading, transport, or storage with other hazard classes is permitted, prohibited, or restricted. Based on 49 CFR §177.848.

Prohibited Must not be loaded, transported, or stored together in the same vehicle or facility.
Permitted May be loaded, transported, or stored together.
Restricted May be loaded, transported, or stored together only with restrictions.