Methyl 4-Chlorobutyrate

Name: Methyl 4-Chlorobutyrate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019560

About Methyl 4-Chlorobutyrate

Listed under CAS 3153-37-5, Methyl 4-Chlorobutyrate is an ester available from Vaqora Chemicals. With the molecular formula C5H9ClO2, it has a molar mass of 136.58 g/mol. Systematically, it is named methyl 4-chlorobutanoate. It is also known as 4-Chlorobutanoic Acid Methyl Ester or Butanoic acid, 4-chloro-, methyl ester.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 25 g, 100 g and 500 g packs, Methyl 4-Chlorobutyrate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl 4-Chlorobutyrate
Catalogue No.	VQ-019560
CAS Number	3153-37-5
IUPAC name	methyl 4-chlorobutanoate
Molecular formula	C₅H₉ClO₂
Molecular weight	136.58 g/mol
Exact mass	136.0291
InChIKey	ZZUYIRISBMWFMV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC(=O)CCCCl
PubChem CID	76612

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	1.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	26.3 Å²
Synonyms	4-Chlorobutanoic Acid Methyl Ester, Butanoic acid, 4-chloro-, methyl ester, gamma-Chlorobutyric acid methyl ester, Butyric acid, 4-chloro-, methyl ester, Methyl omega-chlorobutyrate, Methyl 4chlorobutanoate, Methyl omegachlorobutyrate, gammaChlorobutyric acid methyl ester, Butyric acid, 4chloro, methyl ester, Butanoic acid, 4chloro, methyl ester, Butyric acid, 4chloro, methyl ester (8CI), Butyric acid, 4-chloro-, methyl ester (8CI)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapor
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P370 + P378, P403 + P233, P403 + P235, P405

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 4-Chlorobutyrate?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl 4-Chlorobutyrate is 3153-37-5. It is also known as 4-Chlorobutanoic Acid Methyl Ester, Butanoic acid, 4-chloro-, methyl ester, gamma-Chlorobutyric acid methyl ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 4-Chlorobutyrate?

Methyl 4-Chlorobutyrate has the molecular formula C5H9ClO2 and a molecular weight of 136.58 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 4-chlorobutanoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl 4-Chlorobutyrate can I order?

We supply Methyl 4-Chlorobutyrate, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methyl 4-Chlorobutyrate?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl 4-Chlorobutyrate is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Methyl 4-Chlorobutyrate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl 4-Chlorobutyrate is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.